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UK name, mostly boys

Kenzy

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "treasure" or "precious".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Also recorded as a girls' name in the UK, with 40 girls.

Kenzy is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Kenzy popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4749, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 10 births.

This profile covers 63 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 2005 to 2018. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 30% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 63 living people in the UK are called Kenzy. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2019 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Kenzy ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2008, when 10 boys were registered as Kenzy.
  • Kenzy is also recorded for girls, but the boys side is the larger UK variant in these records.
  • About 63 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kenzy as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
  • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 61.2% of Kenzy registrations are for boys.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4749

2018

Births in 2018

3

Latest year

Peak year

2008

10 births

Estimated living

63

2026

Gender

Boy and girl registrations for Kenzy

In England and Wales birth records, Kenzy has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 61.2% of registrations are for boys and 38.8% are for girls.

These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.

61% boys
39% girls
Boys63 (61.2%)Girls40 (38.8%)

Kenzy registered for boys

  • Ranked #4,749 in 2018
  • 3 boys registered in 2018
  • Peak: 2008 (10 births)

Kenzy registered for girls

  • Ranked #4,843 in 2024
  • 4 girls registered in 2024
  • Peak: 2008 (6 births)

Meaning

What does Kenzy mean?

Kenzy is a name with roots that can be traced back to the Middle Eastern region, specifically to the Arabic language. The name derives from the Arabic word "kanz," which means "treasure" or "precious." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who were highly valued or cherished within their community.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kenzy can be found in ancient Arabic literature, where it was used to refer to a character or individual of significance. This lends credence to the theory that the name held a special meaning and was not merely a casual appellation.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Kenzy. One such individual was Kenzy al-Hasani, a renowned scholar and poet who lived in the 9th century CE in present-day Iraq. His works were highly revered and widely studied, contributing to the rich literary tradition of the region.

Another prominent figure was Kenzy al-Andalusi, a celebrated mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 11th century CE in what is now Spain. His contributions to the fields of science and mathematics were groundbreaking, and his works were instrumental in advancing knowledge during that era.

In the realm of religion, Kenzy al-Qurashi was a prominent Islamic scholar who lived in the 13th century CE in present-day Saudi Arabia. He was highly regarded for his expertise in Quranic exegesis and Islamic jurisprudence, and his teachings influenced generations of scholars and students.

Moving forward in time, Kenzy al-Misri was a renowned Egyptian artist and calligrapher who lived in the 16th century CE. His intricate and beautiful calligraphy adorned many mosques and palaces throughout the region, and his works are still celebrated as masterpieces of Islamic art.

Lastly, Kenzy al-Tunisi was a celebrated military leader and strategist who lived in the 18th century CE in present-day Tunisia. He played a pivotal role in defending his homeland against foreign invaders and is remembered as a hero and symbol of national pride.

These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Kenzy, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and significance across various fields and regions.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Kenzy over time

The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Kenzy in England and Wales, from 2005 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Kenzy, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2018, compared with 10 at the peak.

Babies born per year

BoysGirls
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Decades

Kenzy by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kenzy was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2010s #3859 28 6
2000s #2444 35 5

Related

Names similar to Kenzy

FAQ

Kenzy: questions and answers

How popular is the name Kenzy in the UK right now?

In 2018, Kenzy was ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Kenzy most popular?

The peak year on record was 2008, with 10 babies registered as Kenzy in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Kenzy?

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "treasure" or "precious".

How many people are called Kenzy in the UK?

A total of 63 babies have been registered as Kenzy across the 11 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.