Kanye Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAHN-yay / /ˈkɑːn.jeɪ/African; English
Meaning
The only one (African); Uncertain (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kanye has African roots, particularly in the Tswana language of South Africa, where it means 'the only one.' In English-speaking contexts, the name is less defined and may be considered modern or unique without a specific meaning.
Trend Summary
The name Kanye has seen a rise in interest due to cultural influences.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kanyé
International Variants
- Kanyé (French)
Famous people named Kanye
Kanye West — musician and producer.
Kanye Omari West — fashion designer.
Fictional characters named Kanye
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kanye was first seen in the United States in 2002. Kanye has ranked as high as #855 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Illinois, New York, Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Kanye has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kanye (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 87 |
| 2004 | 509 |
| 2005 | 202 |
| 2006 | 101 |
| 2007 | 53 |
| 2008 | 81 |
| 2009 | 64 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 35 |
| 2013 | 40 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 14 |