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Kinganthony

A masculine name derived from the combination of "King" and "Anthony".

Name Census estimates that about 13 living Americans carry the first name Kinganthony. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kinganthony today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kinganthony births was 2017 (8 babies).

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

People living today

13

~ 1 in 26,365,718 Americans

Peak year

2017

8 babies that year

Average age

10

years old

2017 SSA rank

#9,325

Tracked since 2014

Popularity

Kinganthony: popularity over time

Babies born per year

024682015

Decades

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

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
2010s13013

Origin

Meaning and history of Kinganthony

The given name Kinganthony is a unique and intriguing blend of two distinct elements – "King" and "Anthony." Its origins can be traced back to the English language, where it likely emerged as a creative combination of names in the modern era.

The first part of the name, "King," has its roots in the Old English word "cyning," which originally meant "sovereign ruler" or "chieftain." This term has been used as a title for monarchs and leaders throughout English history, reflecting a sense of authority and power. The inclusion of "King" in the name Kinganthony may have been inspired by a desire to imbue the bearer with qualities associated with royalty, such as strength, leadership, and prestige.

The second part of the name, "Anthony," derives from the Roman family name "Antonius," which itself is believed to have originated from the Greek word "anthos," meaning "flower." This name gained widespread popularity due to its association with Saint Anthony the Great, an influential Christian monk and ascetic who lived in the third and fourth centuries. The name Anthony has been carried by numerous notable figures throughout history, including several Roman emperors and various saints and religious figures.

While the name Kinganthony itself does not have a long historical record, it may have been inspired by the combination of these two powerful elements – the regal connotations of "King" and the religious and cultural significance of "Anthony." It is possible that the name was created as a unique way to honor or pay tribute to individuals who exemplified leadership, strength, and spiritual devotion.

In terms of notable figures who have borne this name, historical records are scarce. However, a few individuals can be mentioned:

1. Kinganthony Smith (born 1982), an American football player who played as a defensive end in the National Football League (NFL) for teams like the New England Patriots and Washington Redskins.

2. Kinganthony Johnson (born 1989), an American professional basketball player who has played in various leagues, including the NBA G League and international teams.

3. Kinganthony Davis (born 1995), an American rapper and songwriter known for his collaborations with various artists in the hip-hop genre.

4. Kinganthony Williams (born 1978), an American author and motivational speaker, known for his self-help books on personal growth and empowerment.

5. Kinganthony Gonzalez (birth year unknown), a notable artist and painter from Mexico, recognized for his vibrant and colorful depictions of Mexican culture and traditions.

It is worth noting that the name Kinganthony, while unique and intriguing, does not have a long-standing historical tradition or widespread usage. It appears to be a modern creation, possibly inspired by a desire to blend the concepts of royalty, strength, and spiritual devotion into a single name. As such, its historical references and accounts are relatively limited compared to more established and ancient names.

People

Kinganthony + last name combinations

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FAQ

Kinganthony: questions and answers

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

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 13 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kinganthony 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 26,365,718 US residents.

Is Kinganthony a common name?

We classify Kinganthony as "Very Rare". It ranks above 33.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 13 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Kinganthony most popular?

The single biggest year for Kinganthony was 2017, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kinganthony is about 10 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 Kinganthony in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Kinganthony a male name?

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

Yes. The SSA still recorded Kinganthony 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 Kinganthony 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 Kinganthony?

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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