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Boy Name

Kenji

"Intelligent second son, strong and vigorous"

Ranked #855 for boys

About the Name Kenji

Meaning

Intelligent second son, strong and vigorous

Origin

Japanese

Gender

Boy

First Letter

K

Boy Rank

#855

Kenji is a boy name of Japanese origin. The name means "Intelligent second son, strong and vigorous" and Currently ranked #855 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with K or explore other Japanese names.

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Popularity Over Time

#18
1950
#104
1960
#443
1970
#367
1980
#423
1990
#901
2000
#1292
2010
#1441
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Kenji

  • KM Kenji Mizoguchi

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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
5
Starts with
K
Origin
Japanese

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