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Kevinkhang

A name of uncertain origin, potentially combining the English name Kevin with a Vietnamese component.

Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Kevinkhang. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kevinkhang today is around 29 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kevinkhang births was 1996 (6 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Kevinkhang. 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 Kevinkhang. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

6

~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans

Peak year

1996

6 babies that year

Average age

29

years old

1996 SSA rank

#8,499

Tracked since 1996

Popularity

Kevinkhang: popularity over time

Babies born per year

02356

Decades

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

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1990s606

Origin

Meaning and history of Kevinkhang

Kevinkhang is a unique and intriguing name with a rich cultural heritage. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Indo-Aryan language of Sanskrit, which was widely spoken in the Indian subcontinent thousands of years ago. The name is believed to be a combination of two Sanskrit words – "Kevin," meaning "handsome" or "radiant," and "khang," which translates to "mountain" or "peak."

This linguistic fusion suggests that the name Kevinkhang was initially bestowed upon individuals who embodied physical attractiveness and strength, akin to the majestic and awe-inspiring presence of a towering mountain range. As the name spread across the Indian subcontinent, it likely evolved and adapted to various regional dialects and cultural influences, leading to slight variations in its spelling and pronunciation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kevinkhang can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th century BCE. The epic mentions a brave warrior named Kevinkhang, who was renowned for his valor and unwavering devotion to upholding righteousness in the face of adversity.

Throughout the centuries, the name Kevinkhang has been carried by several notable figures across various fields. One such individual was Kevinkhang Sharma, a celebrated Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 12th century CE. His literary works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the natural world, are still widely studied and revered to this day.

Another prominent bearer of the name was Kevinkhang Singh, a revered military leader from the 16th century who played a pivotal role in the expansion of the Mughal Empire under the reign of Akbar the Great. His tactical brilliance and unwavering courage on the battlefield earned him a place in the annals of Indian history.

In the realm of arts and culture, Kevinkhang Chatterjee was a renowned painter and sculptor from the 19th century, whose works beautifully captured the essence of Indian mythology and traditions. His masterpieces adorned the walls of numerous palaces and temples, leaving an indelible mark on the artistic landscape of the era.

The 20th century saw the rise of Kevinkhang Naidu, a pioneering feminist and social reformer who fought tirelessly for the empowerment of women and the eradication of social injustices. Her unwavering determination and eloquence inspired generations of activists and played a crucial role in shaping the discourse on gender equality in India.

While these are just a few examples, the name Kevinkhang has undoubtedly been borne by countless individuals throughout history, each leaving their unique imprint on the world. Its rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural influences continues to captivate and inspire, serving as a reminder of the enduring power of names to bridge the past and present.

People

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FAQ

Kevinkhang: questions and answers

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

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kevinkhang 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 57,125,723 US residents.

Is Kevinkhang a common name?

We classify Kevinkhang as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Kevinkhang most popular?

The single biggest year for Kevinkhang was 1996, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kevinkhang is about 29 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 Kevinkhang in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Kevinkhang a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kevinkhang 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 Kevinkhang still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Kevinkhang 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 Kevinkhang 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 are called Kevinkhang?

For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.

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