Ken Thigpen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ken Thigpen — Celtic
83K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ken Thigpen 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 Thigpen: Ben Thigpen (1908–1971), American jazz drummer Corbett H. Thigpen (1919–1999), American psychiatrist Cressie Thigpen (born 1946), American jurist and lawyer Ed Thigpen (1930–2010), American jazz drummer Ivory Torrey Thigpen Jr., American politician Lynne Thigpen (1948–2003), American actress Owen Thigpen/Fitzpen/Phippen (1582–1636), English merchant Richard Ashley Thigpen (born 1943), American academic Anita Thigpen Perry (born 1952), First Lady of Texas Bobby Thigpen (born 1963), American baseball player Curtis Thigpen (born 1983), American baseball player J. H. 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: Thigpen

English

Ben Thigpen (1908–1971), American jazz drummer Corbett H. Thigpen (1919–1999), American psychiatrist Cressie Thigpen (born 1946), American jurist and lawyer Ed Thigpen (1930–2010), American jazz drummer Ivory Torrey Thigpen Jr., American politician Lynne Thigpen (1948–2003), American actress Owen Thigpen/Fitzpen/Phippen (1582–1636), English merchant Richard Ashley Thigpen (born 1943), American academic Anita Thigpen Perry (born 1952), First Lady of Texas Bobby Thigpen (born 1963), American baseball player Curtis Thigpen (born 1983), American baseball player J. H.

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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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Numerology

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

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Thigpen?
The surname Thigpen originates from English. Ben Thigpen (1908–1971), American jazz drummer Corbett H. Thigpen (1919–1999), American psychiatrist Cressie Thigpen (born 1946), American jurist and lawyer Ed Thigpen (1930–2010), American jazz drummer Ivory Torrey Thigpen Jr., American politician Lynne Thigpen (1948–2003), American actress Owen Thigpen/Fitzpen/Phippen (1582–1636), English merchant Richard Ashley Thigpen (born 1943), American academic Anita Thigpen Perry (born 1952), First Lady of Texas Bobby Thigpen (born 1963), American baseball player Curtis Thigpen (born 1983), American baseball player J. H.
What are the origins of the name Ken Thigpen?
The name Ken Thigpen combines two different traditions: the first name Ken has Celtic roots, while the surname Thigpen originates from English.
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