Kenji
k(e)-nji,
ken-ji
US Popularity:1565
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 #242 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Kenji is currently #1565 in U.S. births
Boy:Kenji is currently #532 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1565
in 2022
+ 194
from 2021
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