Kentrell Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEN-trell / /ˈkɛntrɛl/English; African American Vernacular English
Meaning
English: derived from Kent; African American Vernacular English: a modern invented name
Historical & Cultural Background
Kentrell is a modern name that has gained popularity in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It is often associated with a blend of traditional English names and contemporary naming trends. The name reflects a cultural shift towards unique and individualized names in recent decades.
Trend Summary
Kentrell has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kentrell was first seen in the United States in 1971. Kentrell has ranked as high as #1208 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Illinois, Texas, Georgia, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Kentrell has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kentrell (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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FL | 14 | |
GA | 9 | |
AL | 8 | |
NC | 7 | |
TN | 7 | |
LA | 5 | |
MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1971 | 5 |
1973 | 5 |
1975 | 13 |
1976 | 23 |
1977 | 24 |
1978 | 30 |
1979 | 40 |
1980 | 43 |
1981 | 40 |
1982 | 42 |
1983 | 46 |
1984 | 43 |
1985 | 55 |
1986 | 56 |
1987 | 63 |
1988 | 48 |
1989 | 77 |
1990 | 81 |
1991 | 89 |
1992 | 79 |
1993 | 90 |
1994 | 81 |
1995 | 65 |
1996 | 77 |
1997 | 94 |
1998 | 100 |
1999 | 81 |
2000 | 104 |
2001 | 116 |
2002 | 113 |
2003 | 123 |
2004 | 129 |
2005 | 112 |
2006 | 124 |
2007 | 125 |
2008 | 122 |
2009 | 104 |
2010 | 108 |
2011 | 96 |
2012 | 86 |
2013 | 66 |
2014 | 80 |
2015 | 63 |
2016 | 51 |
2017 | 64 |
2018 | 103 |
2019 | 164 |
2020 | 144 |
2021 | 110 |
2022 | 155 |
2023 | 125 |
2024 | 103 |