Kenda
Kenda is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Knowledgeable, clear water, or derived from Kendra and Kendall.
Origin and history
Kenda is a modern English feminine name, often created as a short form or variant of names like Kendra or Kendall. It experienced modest usage in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century. Today it remains an uncommon choice given to a small number of children each year.
Popularity in the United States
2,484 babies in the United States have been named Kenda since 1880. It ranks #3544 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2024.
States where it is most popular
- TX (49.4 %)
- CA (10.8 %)
- MI (9.4 %)
- OH (8.8 %)
- MO (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 85 |
| 1950-1960 | 315 |
| 1960-1970 | 625 |
| 1970-1980 | 513 |
| 1980-1990 | 362 |
| 1990-2000 | 216 |
| 2000-2010 | 143 |
| 2010-2019 | 148 |
| 2020-2029 | 77 |
Famous people named Kenda
- Kenda Perez: Television host, Model
- Kenda Creasy Dean: Theologian, Author
Fun facts
- Kenda saw its highest U.S. frequency during the 1960s and 1970s before becoming a rare choice in recent decades.
- The name functions culturally as a streamlined blend between Kendra and Brenda.