The nameKenneth
Kenneth is a Scottish boy's name.
- Boy's name
- Scottish
Meaning
From the Scottish Cináed, of debated meaning, often understood as "born of fire" or "handsome".
Origin
Scottish.
History
In France it has been given since the 1920s, most often in the 1950s and 1960s.
Popularity of the name Kenneth
Kenneth in France
4551stmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1960peak year (40 births)
715babies named Kenneth in France since 1900
Kenneth was most popular in France in the 1950s, with 165 births over the decade, 23% of all recorded babies named Kenneth. Its rise began around 1922, and it peaked in 1960. Half of all babies named Kenneth in France were born before 1970, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Kenneth in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kenneth mean?
From the Scottish Cináed, of debated meaning, often understood as "born of fire" or "handsome".
What is the origin of the name Kenneth?
Scottish.
Is Kenneth a girl's or a boy's name?
Kenneth is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Kenneth?
Variants and related names of Kenneth include Ken, Kendra and Kenny.