Keondre first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Keondre has been for the last 35 years (from 1989 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Keondre

A masculine name of African origin, meaning "leader."

Popularity of Keondre by gender

Based on the last 35 years of data, Keondre is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 23 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Keondre.

Year Male Count Female Count
2023 23 0
2022 28 0
2021 25 0
2020 25 0
2019 35 0
2018 19 0
2017 28 0
2016 23 0
2015 29 0
2014 31 0
2013 32 0
2012 35 0
2011 37 0
2010 44 0
2009 55 0
2008 57 0
2007 61 0
2006 70 0
2005 59 0
2004 83 0
2003 75 0
2002 66 0
2001 88 0
2000 85 0
1999 56 0
1998 65 0
1997 59 0
1996 47 0
1995 42 0
1994 45 0
1993 24 0
1992 25 0
1991 19 0
1990 13 0
1989 7 0

The history of the first name Keondre

The name Keondre has its origins in African American culture, emerging in the late 20th century as a unique and creative combination of various elements. Its roots can be traced back to the Swahili language, with "Keonde" meaning "leader" or "guide," while the "-re" suffix is commonly found in African names.

This name gained popularity among African American families seeking to connect with their cultural heritage while also embracing a sense of individuality. It is often seen as a tribute to the strength, resilience, and leadership qualities that have been passed down through generations within the African American community.

While there are no known historical references to the exact spelling of "Keondre" in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the name's components and the cultural influences behind its creation carry deep significance.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name's usage can be found in the case of Keondre Shedrick, a basketball player born in 2003 who gained recognition for his athletic prowess at a young age.

Throughout history, several notable figures have carried variations of this name or its components, including:

  1. Keondre' Broadway (born 1994), an American football player who played for the Green Bay Packers in the NFL.
  2. Keondre Coburn (born 1999), a defensive tackle for the University of Texas football team.
  3. Keondre Churchwell (born 1988), an American former professional basketball player who played in various leagues around the world.
  4. Keondre Dew (born 1999), an American former college basketball player at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
  5. Keondre Boone (born 1990), an American former college basketball player at the University of Dayton.

While the name Keondre may be relatively new in its current form, it carries a rich cultural heritage and a sense of pride within the African American community, celebrating leadership, guidance, and the resilience of a people who have overcome adversity throughout history.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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