Boy
Kenton
from the royal settlement
About Kenton
Kenton carries an understated sophistication that bridges traditional and contemporary naming trends. This distinguished name offers a refined sound while maintaining approachability. Parents who choose Kenton often appreciate its professional quality and versatility across all life stages. The name works equally well in childhood, academic settings, and professional environments. Kenton has a gentle strength to it, neither too common nor too unusual, striking that perfect balance many parents seek. Its two-syllable structure makes it easy to pronounce and remember, while the "ton" ending provides a solid, grounded feel. The name pairs beautifully with various middle names and surnames, offering flexibility in creating a full name combination. Kenton suggests someone reliable, intelligent, and personable—qualities most parents hope to encourage in their children. For families seeking a name that stands out without being flashy, Kenton delivers timeless appeal with just enough distinctiveness to feel special.
Popularity of the Name Kenton
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1931 | #968 | |
| 1936 | #961 | |
| 1937 | #938 | |
| 1939 | #921 | |
| 1941 | #966 | |
| 1942 | #963 | |
| 1943 | #791 | |
| 1944 | #766 | |
| 1945 | #814 | |
| 1946 | #683 | |
| 1947 | #719 | |
| 1948 | #754 | |
| 1949 | #693 | |
| 1950 | #691 | |
| 1951 | #611 | |
| 1952 | #634 | |
| 1953 | #639 | |
| 1954 | #590 | |
| 1955 | #616 | |
| 1956 | #619 | |
| 1957 | #624 | |
| 1958 | #586 | |
| 1959 | #617 | |
| 1960 | #621 | |
| 1961 | #668 | |
| 1962 | #627 | |
| 1963 | #597 | |
| 1964 | #634 | |
| 1965 | #654 | |
| 1966 | #692 | |
| 1967 | #679 | |
| 1968 | #682 | |
| 1969 | #744 | |
| 1970 | #820 | |
| 1971 | #763 | |
| 1972 | #885 | |
| 1973 | #863 | |
| 1974 | #854 | |
| 1975 | #871 | |
| 1976 | #927 | |
| 1977 | #877 | |
| 1978 | #863 | |
| 1979 | #885 | |
| 1980 | #797 | |
| 1981 | #840 | |
| 1982 | #789 | |
| 1983 | #710 | |
| 1984 | #675 | |
| 1985 | #761 | |
| 1986 | #748 | |
| 1987 | #754 | |
| 1988 | #791 | |
| 1989 | #806 | |
| 1990 | #865 | |
| 1991 | #838 | #579 |
| 1992 | #913 | #809 |
| 1993 | #932 | #495 |
| 1994 | #928 | #594 |
| 1995 | #872 | #637 |
| 1996 | #937 | #580 |
| 1997 | #933 | #754 |
| 1998 | #972 | #868 |
| 1999 | #690 | |
| 2003 | #852 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Kenton
- Kinton
- Kentan
- Kentun
- Kente
Names Similar to Kenton
Nicknames for Kenton
- Ken
- Kenny
- Kent
- Ton
- Tony
Famous People Named Kenton
| Kenton Duty | American actor and musician |
| Kenton Cool | British mountaineer and Everest summiteer |
| Kenton Nelson | American painter and illustrator |
| Kenton Larsen | Canadian film director and producer |
| Kenton Thomas | Australian former rugby league player |
| Kenton Hance | American lawyer and former chancellor of Texas Tech University |
| Kenton Keith | American diplomat and former US Ambassador to Qatar |
| Kenton Kirby | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Kenton Lee | Founder of "The Shoe That Grows" nonprofit organization |
| Kenton Slash Demon | Danish electronic music duo |
| Kenton Rogers | English cricketer |
| Kenton Knepper | American magician and mentalist |
| Kenton Coolidge | American physician and author |
| Kenton Beerman | German professional ice hockey player |
| Kenton Carnegie | Canadian man tragically killed by a bear in 2005 |
| Kenton Edelin | American football player |
| Kenton Thwaites | Australian actor |
| Kenton Grua | American river guide and adventurer |
| Kenton Nix | American record producer and songwriter |
Characters Named Kenton
| Kenton Avery | Character in the novel "Steelheart" by Brandon Sanderson |
| Kenton Boyle | Character in the TV show "Pennyworth" |
| Kenton Blye | Character in the novel "The Sparrow" by Mary Doria Russell |
| Kenton Decius | Character in the video game "Pillars of Eternity II - Deadfire" |
| Kenton Hall | Character in the TV show "One Life to Live" |
| Kenton Koch | Character in the film "My Name Is Khan" |
| Kenton Price | Character in the TV show "CSI - Crime Scene Investigation" |
| Kenton Lake | Character in the novel "The Key to Skandos" by William A. Brown |
| Kenton Johns | Character in the film "Over the Top" |
| Kenton Rand | Character in the TV show "Dynasty" |
| Kenton Zane | Character in the film "K-911" |
| Kenton Chance | Character in the novel "Bald New World" by Peter Tieryas |
| Kenton Gibson | Character in the film "Bobby Jones - Stroke of Genius" |
| Kenton Jones | Character in the film "Land of the Lost" |
| Kenton Payne | Character in the TV show "Waterloo Road" |
| Kenton Miller | Character in the film "Takers" |
| Kenton Stone | Character in the TV show "The District" |
| Kenton Miles | Character in the film "Pee-wee's Big Adventure" |
| Kenton Freeman | Character in the novel "The Risen Empire" by Scott Westerfeld |