US Popularity:1708
Origin:Japanese
Meaning:Strong, healthy; Study, sharpen
One of a number of Japanese names that denote baby’s place in this world, Kenji suits a little boy who sprouts up anywhere they go. Traditionally, the chic-sounding title has a number of meanings, like “strong” and “healthy,” which could inspire baby Kenji to carry on through any storm. The name also means “study” and “sharpen” — both daring and diligent attributes to bestow upon your little one.

Kenji Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Kenji is currently #931 on The Bump
Boy:Kenji is currently #508 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Kenji is currently #1708 in U.S. births
Boy:Kenji is currently #826 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#826
in 2023
- 71
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Kenji, January 2022

  • Japanese Names Info, Kenji

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