Kenza Girl
Origin(s)
Arabic; Berber
Meaning
Arabic: treasure; Berber: the one who is precious
Historical & Cultural Background
Kenza is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in North African countries. It is often associated with wealth and value due to its meaning of 'treasure.' In Berber culture, the name signifies someone who is cherished or precious. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among Muslim communities.
Trend Summary
Kenza has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Kara, Keira, Kira, Lena, Mira, Tessa, Nina, Zina
Variants
- Kenzaa
International Variants
- Kenza (Arabic)
- Kenza (Berber)
Famous people named Kenza
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Fictional characters named Kenza
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kenza was first seen in the United States in 1987. Kenza has ranked as high as #1306 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in New York, Texas, Florida, New Jersey, and California. In the past 5 years the name Kenza has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kenza (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| NJ | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2011 | 37 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 40 |
| 2014 | 35 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 36 |
| 2018 | 40 |
| 2019 | 47 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 47 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 54 |