Boy
Kent
edge, border, coastal
About Kent
Sharp, decisive, and refreshingly straightforward, Kent cuts through the complexity that plagues many modern naming choices. This single-syllable powerhouse delivers maximum impact with minimal fuss, offering clarity in a world of elaborate options. The name's brevity becomes its strength—impossible to misspell, easy to pronounce, and memorable in its simplicity. Kent projects confidence and no-nonsense practicality, qualities that serve well in both personal and professional spheres.
Its concise nature pairs excellently with longer middle names or surnames, providing balance and rhythm to full name combinations. The name avoids common pitfalls of trendy choices, maintaining steady appeal across decades without feeling dated or tired. Kent suits active, straightforward personalities who value efficiency and authenticity. Parents choosing this name often appreciate its masculine strength without aggressive overtones, its traditional roots without stuffiness. The name requires no explanation, no correction, no repeated spelling—just clear, confident identity from introduction to legacy.
Popularity of the Name Kent
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1891 | #805 | ||
| 1893 | #799 | ||
| 1903 | #962 | ||
| 1908 | #918 | ||
| 1909 | #820 | ||
| 1911 | #777 | ||
| 1912 | #980 | ||
| 1913 | #813 | ||
| 1915 | #921 | ||
| 1916 | #805 | ||
| 1917 | #857 | ||
| 1918 | #913 | ||
| 1919 | #826 | ||
| 1920 | #670 | ||
| 1921 | #808 | ||
| 1922 | #650 | ||
| 1923 | #648 | ||
| 1924 | #694 | ||
| 1925 | #563 | ||
| 1926 | #549 | ||
| 1927 | #555 | ||
| 1928 | #540 | ||
| 1929 | #501 | ||
| 1930 | #460 | ||
| 1931 | #422 | ||
| 1932 | #387 | ||
| 1933 | #388 | ||
| 1934 | #349 | ||
| 1935 | #290 | ||
| 1936 | #255 | ||
| 1937 | #272 | ||
| 1938 | #265 | ||
| 1939 | #234 | ||
| 1940 | #216 | ||
| 1941 | #202 | ||
| 1942 | #210 | ||
| 1943 | #198 | ||
| 1944 | #202 | ||
| 1945 | #202 | ||
| 1946 | #195 | ||
| 1947 | #182 | ||
| 1948 | #194 | ||
| 1949 | #194 | ||
| 1950 | #180 | ||
| 1951 | #182 | ||
| 1952 | #164 | ||
| 1953 | #166 | ||
| 1954 | #167 | ||
| 1955 | #156 | ||
| 1956 | #149 | ||
| 1957 | #150 | ||
| 1958 | #144 | ||
| 1959 | #141 | ||
| 1960 | #148 | #197 | |
| 1961 | #147 | #199 | |
| 1962 | #136 | ||
| 1963 | #141 | ||
| 1964 | #146 | #252 | |
| 1965 | #161 | #231 | |
| 1966 | #172 | ||
| 1967 | #181 | #210 | |
| 1968 | #194 | #186 | |
| 1969 | #203 | #205 | |
| 1970 | #216 | #229 | |
| 1971 | #236 | #185 | |
| 1972 | #254 | #194 | |
| 1973 | #263 | #129 | |
| 1974 | #313 | #144 | |
| 1975 | #341 | #157 | |
| 1976 | #338 | #144 | |
| 1977 | #357 | #148 | |
| 1978 | #345 | #160 | |
| 1979 | #363 | #199 | |
| 1980 | #357 | #248 | |
| 1981 | #354 | #177 | |
| 1982 | #337 | #187 | |
| 1983 | #334 | #189 | |
| 1984 | #341 | #234 | |
| 1985 | #350 | #184 | |
| 1986 | #392 | #260 | |
| 1987 | #415 | #261 | |
| 1988 | #420 | #305 | |
| 1989 | #448 | ||
| 1990 | #487 | #233 | |
| 1991 | #527 | #416 | |
| 1992 | #527 | #424 | |
| 1993 | #560 | #299 | #430 |
| 1994 | #598 | #465 | |
| 1995 | #702 | #372 | #513 |
| 1996 | #651 | #534 | |
| 1997 | #679 | #659 | |
| 1998 | #723 | #542 | |
| 1999 | #801 | #689 | |
| 2000 | #772 | #764 | |
| 2001 | #894 | #768 | |
| 2002 | #949 | #896 | |
| 2003 | #882 | #922 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Kent
Names Similar to Kent
Nicknames for Kent
- Kenny
- Ken
- K
- Kento
- Kay
Famous People Named Kent
| Kent Conrad | American politician |
| Kent McCord | American actor |
| Kent Bazemore | American basketball player |
| Kent Nagano | American conductor |
| Kent Hrbek | American baseball player |
| Kent Mercker | American baseball player |
| Kent Larson | American football player |
| Kent Taylor | American actor |
| Kent Smith | American actor |
| Kent Hughes | Canadian politician |
| Kent Austin | Canadian football player and coach |
| Kent Desormeaux | American jockey |
| Kent Haruf | American author |
| Kent McCray | American television producer |
| Kent Williams | American artist |
| Kent McCullough | American entrepreneur |
| Kent Monkman | Canadian artist |
| Kent Jones | British music executive |
Characters Named Kent
| Kent Clark | Superman - DC Comics superhero |
| Kent Dorfman | Flounder - "Animal House" character |
| Kent Brockman | "The Simpsons" character |
| Kent Wayne | Character from the webcomic "The Wandering Inn" |
| Kent Paul | "Grand Theft Auto - Vice City" character |
| Kent Connolly | "Fallout 4" character |
| Kent Nelson | Doctor Fate - DC Comics character |
| Kent Harper | "Designated Survivor" character |
| Kent Devereaux | "The West Wing" character |
| Kent A. Brockman | "The Simpsons" character |
| Kent Allard | The Shadow - Pulp fiction character |
| Kent Mansley | "The Iron Giant" character |
| Kent Murray | "The Accidental Tourist" character |
| Kent McFuller | "Freaks and Geeks" character |
| Kent | "World of Warcraft" character |