Healthy, strong, big, or stout
Kenta is a Japanese masculine name composed of kanji such as 'ken' (meaning healthy, strong, or study) and 'ta' (meaning thick, big, or stout). It is a popular choice in Japan, often conveying the parents' wish for a robust and vigorous child. The name's meaning can vary slightly depending on the specific kanji characters used to write it.
About 7 boys were named Kenta in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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