Kenia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEH-nee-ah / /ˈkɛ.ni.ə/Spanish; Swahili
Meaning
Spanish: 'Kenya'; Swahili: 'the place of the blacksmith'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kenia is a name that has gained popularity in various cultures. In Spanish-speaking countries, it is often associated with the African nation of Kenya. The name has also been embraced in Swahili-speaking regions, reflecting a connection to the rich cultural heritage of East Africa. Its use in different contexts highlights the blending of cultures and languages.
Trend Summary
Kenia has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Keniah
International Variants
- Kénia (Hungarian)
- Kenia (Italian)
Famous people named Kenia
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Fictional characters named Kenia
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kenia was first seen in the United States in 1961. Kenia has ranked as high as #979 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Kenia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kenia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 53 | |
| CA | 40 | |
| TN | 15 | |
| IL | 13 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| GA | 12 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| NJ | 6 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 26 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 25 |
| 1978 | 33 |
| 1979 | 32 |
| 1980 | 60 |
| 1981 | 55 |
| 1982 | 38 |
| 1983 | 47 |
| 1984 | 33 |
| 1985 | 42 |
| 1986 | 46 |
| 1987 | 34 |
| 1988 | 67 |
| 1989 | 98 |
| 1990 | 117 |
| 1991 | 128 |
| 1992 | 200 |
| 1993 | 171 |
| 1994 | 272 |
| 1995 | 243 |
| 1996 | 213 |
| 1997 | 213 |
| 1998 | 207 |
| 1999 | 214 |
| 2000 | 213 |
| 2001 | 282 |
| 2002 | 281 |
| 2003 | 311 |
| 2004 | 263 |
| 2005 | 296 |
| 2006 | 302 |
| 2007 | 287 |
| 2008 | 256 |
| 2009 | 190 |
| 2010 | 194 |
| 2011 | 159 |
| 2012 | 443 |
| 2013 | 297 |
| 2014 | 319 |
| 2015 | 362 |
| 2016 | 451 |
| 2017 | 405 |
| 2018 | 330 |
| 2019 | 307 |
| 2020 | 279 |
| 2021 | 230 |
| 2022 | 294 |
| 2023 | 276 |
| 2024 | 250 |