Kevante
A masculine name of ambiguous origin, potentially a blend of other names.
Name Census estimates that about 96 living Americans carry the first name Kevante. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kevante today is around 27 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kevante births was 1995 (14 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kevante. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kevante. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
96
~ 1 in 3,570,358 Americans
Peak year
1995
14 babies that year
Average age
27
years old
2022 SSA rank
#13,382
Tracked since 1992
Popularity
Kevante: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kevante from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 64 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kevante 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 Kevante during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kevante
The name Kevante has its origins in the Swahili language, which is spoken primarily in East Africa. It is believed to have emerged as a combination of the words "kev" meaning "strength" and "ante" meaning "endurance." This suggests that the name Kevante may have been bestowed upon individuals who embodied qualities of resilience and fortitude.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kevante can be traced back to the 16th century, when it was mentioned in a collection of Swahili proverbs and folktales. These ancient texts often featured characters with names that celebrated admirable traits, reflecting the cultural values of the time.
In the 17th century, a renowned Swahili scholar and poet named Kevante bin Abdikadir gained recognition for his contributions to literature and philosophy. His works explored themes of wisdom, perseverance, and the human condition, aligning with the potential meaning behind his name.
During the 19th century, a prominent figure in the anti-slavery movement in East Africa was a man named Kevante Mwamba. He played a crucial role in advocating for the abolition of the slave trade and worked tirelessly to promote human rights and dignity.
In the early 20th century, Kevante Obadiah Mazuri became a celebrated artist and sculptor, known for his intricate carvings and depictions of traditional Swahili culture. His works were widely exhibited and admired for their craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Another notable individual with the name Kevante was a renowned Swahili musician named Kevante Juma, who lived in the mid-20th century. He was celebrated for his ability to blend traditional African rhythms with modern influences, creating a unique and captivating sound that gained widespread popularity.
While historical records provide limited information about the specific origins and meanings of the name Kevante, its connection to strength, endurance, and resilience seems to have endured through the centuries. The individuals who bore this name often embodied these qualities, leaving a lasting impact on their respective fields and communities.
People
Kevante + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kevante 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
Kevante: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kevante?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 96 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kevante 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 3,570,358 US residents.
Is Kevante a common name?
We classify Kevante as "Very Rare". It ranks above 64% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 98 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kevante most popular?
The single biggest year for Kevante was 1995, when 14 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kevante is about 27 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 Kevante in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kevante a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kevante 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 Kevante still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kevante 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 Kevante 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 people have Kevante as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.