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Kenji

Kenji is a boy name of Japanese origin, meaning Intelligent second son.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginJapanese
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#829

What does Kenji mean?

Intelligent second son

How popular is Kenji?

Popularity in the United States

Kenji has been given to 4,209 babies in the United States since 1913, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 6,735 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Kenji per year in the United States, 1913–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Kenji has been given to 1,685 babies in France since 1975, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Kenji per year in France, 1975–2022. Source: INSEE
4,209 Babies named since 1913
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Kenji

What does the name Kenji mean?

Kenji means Intelligent second son. It is of Japanese origin.

Is Kenji a boy's or a girl's name?

Kenji is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Kenji?

Kenji has been given to 4,209 babies in the United States since 1913, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.