Kenette Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkeh-NET / /kəˈnɛt/English; French
Meaning
English: 'pure'; French: diminutive of Kenneth
Historical & Cultural Background
Kenette is a feminine form derived from the name Kenneth, which has Scottish origins. The name Kenneth itself means 'handsome' or 'born of fire'. Kenette may have emerged as a modern variation or diminutive in the English-speaking world. It is less common than its masculine counterpart and reflects a trend of creating feminine versions of traditionally male names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kennet
- Kenna
International Variants
- Kenette (French)
Famous people named Kenette
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kenette was first seen in the United States in 1955. Kenette has ranked as high as #1074 nationally, which occurred in 1955, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kenette has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kenette
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1955 | 5 |