Holding steady.
Popularity of Kenyada since 1972
Babies named Kenyada per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 121 | 72 |
| 1980s | 236 | 32 |
| 1990s | 173 | 18 |
| 2000s | 35 | 18 |
| 2010s | 0 | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kenyada first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972, a time when African-inspired and invented names were gaining visibility. It achieved its peak popularity in 1982, and has remained in steady but infrequent use ever since. The name has been given to both girls and boys, reflecting a broader trend of unisex naming in the late 20th century. While no single states top the list for this name, its usage has been spread across the country. Kenyada's etymology is uncertain; it may be a blend of Kenya and a fashionable suffix, or a variant of the surname Kenyatta. This open-ended origin gives the name a sense of modernity and individuality, rooted in the creative naming practices of the 1970s and 1980s.
Kenyada first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972, reaching its peak popularity in 1982. It may be a blend of the country name Kenya and the popular suffix -ada, or a variant of Kenyatta. The name has remained in modest use, particularly during the 1980s, and has been given to both girls and boys.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ken, Kenny, Yada
Sibling names for Kenyada
Names that share Kenyada's style, for a brother or sister.
