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How did the famous Ken doll, boyfriend of Barbie, receive his name?

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How did the famous Ken doll, boyfriend of Barbie, receive his name?

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Ken was named Ken Carson aka Kendall Andrew Carson. Known associates: Barbara “Barbie” Millicent Roberts -Girlfriend, 1961-2004 -separated, 2004-2006 -Girlfriend, 2006-present : Allan “Alan” Sherwood -Best friend, 1963-present The names for Ken and Barbie were adopted from the life of Ruth Handler, the original designer of Barbie and co-founder of Mattel. Ruth had a daughter named Barbara and a son named Ken.