Boys name · New Jersey
Kenneth in New Jersey
Kenneth was the 249th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 38 babies named Kenneth that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 37,997 babies Kenneth.
Popularity over time
Kenneth in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 19 | 45th |
| 1926 | 196 | 34th |
| 1943 | 536 | 16th |
| 1959 | 891 | 15th |
| 1976 | 314 | 32nd |
| 1992 | 213 | 54th |
| 2009 | 58 | 148th |
| 2025 | 38 | 249th |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey fell from 45th in 1910 to 249th in 2025.
The most babies named Kenneth in New Jersey in a single year was 973, in 1960. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1950.
Across the country, Kenneth reached its best rank of 6th in Utah (1910). See Kenneth in every state →
How popular is Kenneth in New Jersey?
Kenneth was the 249th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 38 babies named Kenneth that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 37,997 babies Kenneth.
How many babies are named Kenneth in New Jersey?
In 2025, 38 babies were named Kenneth in New Jersey. The most babies named Kenneth in New Jersey in a single year was 973, in 1960.
What is the rank of Kenneth in New Jersey?
Kenneth ranked 249th among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1950.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.