Holding steady.
Popularity of Kenetra since 1972
Babies named Kenetra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 77 |
| 1990s | 31 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kenetra is a modern, rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1972. Its peak year was 1985, though it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name's trajectory has been stable, with little fluctuation in usage over the decades. Because of its low frequency, the one-in-N statistic is not available, and it has not been concentrated in any particular states. Kenetra likely originated as a creative variation of names like Kendra or Kenitra, reflecting a trend of unique, invented names in the late 20th century. Despite its obscurity, the name has a distinct sound and has remained in sporadic use.
Kenetra is a modern invented name, likely created in the 20th century. It may be a blend of the popular prefix Ken- (as in Kenneth or Kendra) with a feminine suffix -etra, or a variation of the name Kenitra. Its use has remained rare and primarily in the United States since first appearing in records in 1972.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ken, Kenny, Nettie
Variants: Kenitra
Sibling names for Kenetra
Names that share Kenetra's style, for a brother or sister.
