Kem Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kem is an Egyptian name meaning 'black land', derived from 'Kemet', referring to the rich soil of the Nile. It has evolved from ancient Egyptian language to modern usage. Although not widely popular today, it carries a strong historical significance and is associated with traits of strength. There is no biblical relevance.
The name Kem is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kem has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kem' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1538th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3430th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9965th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22675th out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3406th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6245th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Kem' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kem"
Pronunciation
/kɛm/
Origin
Egyptian
Etymology
The name Kem is derived from the ancient Egyptian word 'Kemet', which means 'black land' and refers to the fertile soil along the Nile River.
Meaning
black land
Language Evolution
Kemet, Kem
Historical Usage
The name Kem has historical significance in ancient Egyptian culture, but it has seen limited use in modern times.
Variants & Derivatives
Kema, Kemi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kem is viewed as a unique name with strong historical roots, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Kem Cetinay, Kemal Atatürk
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kem"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kem"
"Kem" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1538th of 7552 | 492 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3430th of 10718 | 143 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9965th of 16616 | 33 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22675th of 24088 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3406th of 12526 | 233 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6245th of 19264 | 120 |
Regional Popularity of "Kem" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
52.36% 1166th/2227 |
- |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kem" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
78.30% 2234th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kem"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kem" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.