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Kenzy

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "treasure" or "precious".

Name Census estimates that about 951 living Americans carry the first name Kenzy. It is a predominantly female name (94.7% of registrations). The average person named Kenzy today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kenzy births was 2012 (60 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Kenzy. 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

951

~ 1 in 360,415 Americans

Peak year

2012

60 babies that year

Average age

15

years old

2024 SSA rank

#4,941

Tracked since 1992

Gender

Gender distribution for Kenzy

Kenzy leans heavily female at 94.7% of total registrations, but 51 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.

95% female
Male51 (5.3%)Female911 (94.7%)

Kenzy as a male name

  • Ranked #10,396 in 2024
  • 7 male births in 2024
  • Peak: 2006 (9 births)

Kenzy as a female name

  • Ranked #4,941 in 2024
  • 27 female births in 2024
  • Peak: 2012 (60 births)

Popularity

Kenzy: popularity over time

The SSA tracks Kenzy from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 454 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Kenzy remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.

Babies born per year

MaleFemale
015304560199520002005201020152020

Decades

Kenzy 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 Kenzy during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1990s57479
2000s27256283
2010s0454454
2020s19127146

Geography

Where Kenzys live

The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. California, Texas, Florida recorded the most babies named Kenzy, while Ohio, North Carolina, Virginia recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 23 registrations each.

Origin

Meaning and history of Kenzy

Kenzy is a name with roots that can be traced back to the Middle Eastern region, specifically to the Arabic language. The name derives from the Arabic word "kanz," which means "treasure" or "precious." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who were highly valued or cherished within their community.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kenzy can be found in ancient Arabic literature, where it was used to refer to a character or individual of significance. This lends credence to the theory that the name held a special meaning and was not merely a casual appellation.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Kenzy. One such individual was Kenzy al-Hasani, a renowned scholar and poet who lived in the 9th century CE in present-day Iraq. His works were highly revered and widely studied, contributing to the rich literary tradition of the region.

Another prominent figure was Kenzy al-Andalusi, a celebrated mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 11th century CE in what is now Spain. His contributions to the fields of science and mathematics were groundbreaking, and his works were instrumental in advancing knowledge during that era.

In the realm of religion, Kenzy al-Qurashi was a prominent Islamic scholar who lived in the 13th century CE in present-day Saudi Arabia. He was highly regarded for his expertise in Quranic exegesis and Islamic jurisprudence, and his teachings influenced generations of scholars and students.

Moving forward in time, Kenzy al-Misri was a renowned Egyptian artist and calligrapher who lived in the 16th century CE. His intricate and beautiful calligraphy adorned many mosques and palaces throughout the region, and his works are still celebrated as masterpieces of Islamic art.

Lastly, Kenzy al-Tunisi was a celebrated military leader and strategist who lived in the 18th century CE in present-day Tunisia. He played a pivotal role in defending his homeland against foreign invaders and is remembered as a hero and symbol of national pride.

These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Kenzy, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and significance across various fields and regions.

People

Kenzy + last name combinations

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FAQ

Kenzy: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Kenzy?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 951 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kenzy 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 360,415 US residents.

Is Kenzy a common name?

We classify Kenzy as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 962 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Kenzy most popular?

The single biggest year for Kenzy was 2012, when 60 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kenzy is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

Is Kenzy a female name?

Yes, 94.7% of people registered as Kenzy in the SSA data are female. 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.

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.

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