Kem Unisex
Origin(s)
English; African
Meaning
English: 'brave warrior'; African: 'the one who is strong'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kem has roots in both English and African cultures. In English contexts, it is often associated with strength and bravery. In African cultures, it can signify resilience and fortitude. The name is relatively uncommon, giving it a unique appeal. It may also be linked to various cultural traditions and meanings depending on the specific region.
Trend Summary
Kem has not been widely popular in the United States, resulting in low usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Kian, Kale, Kurt, Kip, Kai, Kam, Kean, Kade
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kem was first seen in the United States in 1942. Kem has ranked as high as #1035 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has not reached a level of popularity in any states at this time. There is not enough recent data to evaluate a 5-year trend.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kem (1958)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IN | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 25 |
| 1955 | 32 |
| 1956 | 65 |
| 1957 | 51 |
| 1958 | 44 |
| 1959 | 34 |
| 1960 | 26 |
| 1961 | 37 |
| 1962 | 24 |
| 1963 | 30 |
| 1964 | 27 |
| 1965 | 25 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 16 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |