MallowbyNames

Kenyotta

ken-YOT-ah · Of uncertain origin, possibly a modern coined name.

Peak popularity
1992
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Kenyotta since 1971

Babies named Kenyotta per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4812198020002020Most births 1992GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1970s3313
1980s467
1990s510
2000s00
2010s00
2020s00

Meaning & origin

Kenyotta is a rare modern coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1971. While it has never cracked the top 1000, the name saw its peak year in 1992, when it was given to a small number of baby girls. Since then, its use has remained low but stable, with no recorded spike or decline. The name does not appear frequently in any particular state, reflecting its niche appeal. Kenyotta carries a melodic sound, likely inspired by names like Kenya or Kenyatta, and offers nickname options such as Ken or Yotta. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique name with a modern feel.

Kenyotta appears to be a modern American coinage, likely formed by blending elements from names like Kenya or Kenyatta with a fashionable suffix. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1971 and saw its highest usage in 1992. The name has remained consistently rare, never entering the top 1000.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ken, Kenny, Yotta

Variants: Kenyata, Kenyatta

Sibling names for Kenyotta

Names that share Kenyotta's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Kenyotta mean?
The meaning of Kenyotta is uncertain; it is likely a modern coined name with no specific etymological origin.
How popular is the name Kenyotta?
Kenyotta is a very rare name. It peaked in usage in 1992 but has never ranked in the U.S. Top 1000. It has remained stable in use with fewer than 5 births per year in recent decades.
Is Kenyotta a boy or girl name?
Kenyotta is predominantly used as a girl's name.