Kento Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kento originates from Japanese, meaning 'strong person'. It has evolved from historical forms such as Ken. The name is associated with traits of health and strength. There is no biblical relevance. Kento has gained popularity in contemporary culture, especially among younger generations.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kento"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛn.toʊ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Kento is derived from the Japanese characters 'ken' meaning 'healthy' or 'strong' and 'to' meaning 'person'.
Meaning
strong person
Language Evolution
Ken, Kento
Historical Usage
The name Kento has been used in Japan for several decades and has gained popularity in recent years due to cultural exports such as anime and manga.
Variants & Derivatives
Kenta, Kensuke, Kentaro
Modern Popularity & Image
Kento is perceived as a modern and trendy name in Japan, often associated with youthfulness and vitality.
Famous People
Kento Yamazaki, Kento Nakajima
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Kento Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 28 peak births in 2018
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kento"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kento"
"Kento" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6233rd of 16616 | 98 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5631st of 24088 | 220 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5498th of 23106 | 199 |
Regional Popularity of "Kento" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
46.57% 2942nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
40.37% 3013th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
41.40% 2598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kento" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kento"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kento" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kento" in the United States
The name Kento is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kento has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kento' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6233rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5631st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5498th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kento' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.