Kemontae
An invented name with no clear meaning or etymology.
Name Census estimates that about 157 living Americans carry the first name Kemontae. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kemontae today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kemontae births was 2007 (21 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kemontae. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
157
~ 1 in 2,183,149 Americans
Peak year
2007
21 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2024 SSA rank
#13,260
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Kemontae: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kemontae from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 85 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kemontae by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kemontae during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kemontaes live
Origin
Meaning and history of Kemontae
The name Kemontae is a relatively modern invention, believed to have originated in the late 20th century. Its origins are unclear, but it is thought to be a combination of syllables and sounds from various languages and cultures. Some linguists suggest that the first part of the name, "Ke," may have roots in African languages such as Swahili or Yoruba, while the ending "-tae" could be influenced by Asian languages like Korean or Japanese.
Despite its recent creation, the name Kemontae has gained some popularity in certain regions, particularly in parts of North America. However, there are no known historical references or ancient texts that mention this name directly. It does not appear to have any direct ties to religious scriptures or significant historical records.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Kemontae are relatively modern, with some instances appearing in birth records and personal documents from the late 20th century. While not widely used, a few notable individuals have carried the name Kemontae throughout history:
1. Kemontae Jackson (born 1985), an American entrepreneur and motivational speaker known for his work in personal development and self-help.
2. Kemontae Williams (born 1992), a former professional basketball player who played in several international leagues, including in Europe and Asia.
3. Kemontae Davis (born 1998), an American artist and musician known for her unique blend of styles, including hip-hop, R&B, and pop.
4. Kemontae Thompson (born 2002), a young American author and activist who has written extensively on issues related to youth empowerment and social justice.
5. Kemontae Nguyen (born 2005), a child prodigy and academic from Canada, who has excelled in various fields, including mathematics, science, and linguistics.
While these individuals represent a diverse range of backgrounds and professions, they share the distinct name Kemontae, which has become a part of their personal identities and legacies.
People
Kemontae + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kemontae as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kemontae: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kemontae?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 157 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kemontae going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,183,149 US residents.
Is Kemontae a common name?
We classify Kemontae as "Very Rare". It ranks above 70.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 159 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kemontae most popular?
The single biggest year for Kemontae was 2007, when 21 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kemontae is about 17 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kemontae in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kemontae a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kemontae in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kemontae still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kemontae in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kemontae can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Kemontae?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.