Ken Pelletier

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ken Pelletier — Celtic
83K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ken Pelletier is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Ken is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Ken is a masculine given name of Japanese and Scottish Gaelic origin. The Japanese given name is common among males. It can have many different meanings depending on the kanji used. Ken is also a masculine given name of Scottish / Scottish Gaelic origin. It is used as a given name or as a short form of names with the letters "Ken" (like Kenneth, Kenan, Kendrick, Kendall, Kennedy, Mackenzie, Kenson, or Kenelm). The surname Pelletier: Anne-Marie Pelletier, French Bible scholar Anne-Sophie Pelletier, French politician Annie Pelletier, Canadian diver Benoît Pelletier, Canadian politician from Quebec Bronson Pelletier, Canadian actor Bruno Pelletier, Canadian musician David Pelletier, Canadian figure skater Delphine Pelletier, French triathlete Gérard Pelletier, Canadian journalist Hélène Pelletier-Baillargeon, Canadian journalist and writer Irvin Pelletier, Canadian politician J. D. Ken is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 83K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ken reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ken

Celtic

Ken is a masculine given name of Japanese and Scottish Gaelic origin. The Japanese given name is common among males. It can have many different meanings depending on the kanji used. Ken is also a masculine given name of Scottish / Scottish Gaelic origin. It is used as a given name or as a short form of names with the letters "Ken" (like Kenneth, Kenan, Kendrick, Kendall, Kennedy, Mackenzie, Kenson, or Kenelm).

Surname: Pelletier

French

Anne-Marie Pelletier, French Bible scholar Anne-Sophie Pelletier, French politician Annie Pelletier, Canadian diver Benoît Pelletier, Canadian politician from Quebec Bronson Pelletier, Canadian actor Bruno Pelletier, Canadian musician David Pelletier, Canadian figure skater Delphine Pelletier, French triathlete Gérard Pelletier, Canadian journalist Hélène Pelletier-Baillargeon, Canadian journalist and writer Irvin Pelletier, Canadian politician J. D.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ken is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Ken by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Ken Pelletier

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Ken Pelletier:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Ken?
The first name Ken originates from Celtic. Ken is a masculine given name of Japanese and Scottish Gaelic origin. The Japanese given name is common among males. It can have many different meanings depending on the kanji used. Ken is also a masculine given name of Scottish / Scottish Gaelic origin. It is used as a given name or as a short form of names with the letters "Ken" (like Kenneth, Kenan, Kendrick, Kendall, Kennedy, Mackenzie, Kenson, or Kenelm).
When was Ken most popular?
The name Ken reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Pelletier?
The surname Pelletier originates from French. Anne-Marie Pelletier, French Bible scholar Anne-Sophie Pelletier, French politician Annie Pelletier, Canadian diver Benoît Pelletier, Canadian politician from Quebec Bronson Pelletier, Canadian actor Bruno Pelletier, Canadian musician David Pelletier, Canadian figure skater Delphine Pelletier, French triathlete Gérard Pelletier, Canadian journalist Hélène Pelletier-Baillargeon, Canadian journalist and writer Irvin Pelletier, Canadian politician J. D.
What are the origins of the name Ken Pelletier?
The name Ken Pelletier combines two different traditions: the first name Ken has Celtic roots, while the surname Pelletier originates from French.
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