Holding steady.
Popularity of Kema since 1959
Babies named Kema per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 107 |
| 1980s | 36 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 17 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Kema first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1959, but it has never reached widespread popularity. Its peak year of usage was 1973, when it was given to a handful of girls. Since then, its trajectory has remained stable, with very few annual occurrences. The name's origin is unclear, possibly a modern coinage or a creative variant of a similar name. It has not been associated with any particular U.S. region, and its top states list is empty, reflecting its rarity. Kema remains a distinctive and uncommon choice.
Kema is a name that appears in U.S. records starting in the mid-20th century, with no clear etymological root in a single language. It may have been coined as a variant of similar-sounding names like Keema or Kira, or as an independent modern creation. Its usage has remained rare and sporadic.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Kema
Names that share Kema's style, for a brother or sister.
