Kento Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEN-toh / ˈkɛntoʊJapanese
Meaning
Healthy; strong
Historical & Cultural Background
Kento is a common name in Japan, often used for boys. It is derived from the kanji characters 'ken' meaning 'healthy' or 'strong' and 'to' which can mean 'person' or 'wisteria'. The name has been popular in various forms throughout Japanese history. In contemporary Japan, Kento is frequently chosen for its positive connotations.
Trend Summary
Kento has seen a steady rise in popularity in Japan over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kenta
International Variants
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Famous people named Kento
Kento Yamazaki is a Japanese actor known for his roles in various television dramas and films.
Kento Nakajima is a Japanese singer and actor, a member of the boy band Hey! Say! JUMP.
Fictional characters named Kento
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kento was first seen in the United States in 1984. Kento has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Kento has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kento (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 11 |