NAME PROFILE
Kenyon
Kenyon is an English name that means 'royal valley' or 'the valley of the king.' This name carries a sense of nobility and tradition, evoking images of strength, leadership, and a connection to heritage.
Key Stats
| Total births | 8,164 |
| Gender | Male (52% / 48%) |
| Peak year | 2005 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1918 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 25%TX — 22%IL — 19%GA — 17%OH — 16%
Notable People
Kenyon Martin (Basketball player, NBA All-Star) · Kenyon College (Liberal arts college in Ohio) · Kenyon Cox (Artist and muralist) · Kenyon Jones (Musician) · Kenyon S. Smith (Politician)
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