Kansas is a unique and intriguing given name, derived from the state of the same name in the United States. This moniker is often associated with a sense of wide-open spaces, vibrant colors, and rich history, much like the state itself. Kansas is believed to have originated from the Native American tribe, the Kansa, who inhabited the region before European settlement. The name means "people of the south wind," adding a touch of mystique and nature-inspired charm to this distinctive moniker. With its bold and unisex nature, Kansas stands out as an unconventional yet captivating choice for both boys and girls.
The statistics for the given name Kansas in the United States from 1993 to 2023 show a varied trend over time. The name first appeared in 1993 with 7 births that year. In 1994, there were 12 babies named Kansas, indicating a spike in popularity during this period.
However, the popularity of the name Kansas began to decline after 1995. Between 1995 and 2005, there were only five recorded births each year except for 1996 where it was seven, and 1997 with six. There was a brief increase in 2005 with six births again.
After 2005, the name Kansas continued to be chosen infrequently until 2011 when there were five births once more. This trend of low popularity persisted until 2016 with another six births recorded that year. Then, from 2019 onwards, there has been a slight increase in the number of babies named Kansas each year: five in 2019, eight in 2021, and nine in 2023.
Overall, according to these statistics, while the name Kansas was once somewhat popular in the mid-1990s, it has since fallen out of favor among parents in the United States. Despite this, there continues to be a small but steady number of babies named Kansas each year, with a slight uptick in recent years.