Kenneth Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEN-eth / /ˈkɛnəθ/Scottish; Gaelic
Meaning
Scottish: born of fire; Gaelic: handsome
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kenneth has Scottish origins, derived from the Gaelic name 'Coinneach'. It became popular in Scotland during the Middle Ages, particularly associated with several kings. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures and has maintained a presence in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Kenneth has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ken
- Kenny
International Variants
- Kennet (Danish)
- Keenan (Irish)
Famous people named Kenneth
Kenneth Branagh is a renowned actor and director known for his adaptations of Shakespeare's works.
Kenneth Cole is a prominent American fashion designer and businessman.
Kenneth Clark was a British art historian and museum director.
Kenneth Lonergan is an acclaimed playwright and filmmaker recognized for his film 'Manchester by the Sea.'.
Fictional characters named Kenneth
Kenneth Parcell is a character from the television series '30 Rock', known for his cheerful personality.
Kenneth the Page is a character in the same series, serving as a comedic foil to the main cast.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kenneth was first seen in the United States in 1880. Kenneth has ranked as high as #23 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Kenneth has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kenneth (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 131 | |
CA | 108 | |
NY | 63 | |
FL | 62 | |
OH | 57 | |
IL | 46 | |
GA | 45 | |
NC | 39 | |
TN | 36 | |
PA | 36 | |
AL | 33 | |
MI | 33 | |
KY | 31 | |
VA | 29 | |
MD | 28 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 32 |
1881 | 29 |
1882 | 22 |
1883 | 26 |
1884 | 29 |
1885 | 41 |
1886 | 38 |
1887 | 35 |
1888 | 45 |
1889 | 66 |
1890 | 72 |
1891 | 65 |
1892 | 102 |
1893 | 83 |
1894 | 105 |
1895 | 127 |
1896 | 175 |
1897 | 164 |
1898 | 191 |
1899 | 214 |
1900 | 279 |
1901 | 246 |
1902 | 275 |
1903 | 330 |
1904 | 414 |
1905 | 474 |
1906 | 534 |
1907 | 589 |
1908 | 692 |
1909 | 746 |
1910 | 880 |
1911 | 1,148 |
1912 | 2,538 |
1913 | 3,065 |
1914 | 4,178 |
1915 | 5,681 |
1916 | 6,012 |
1917 | 6,141 |
1918 | 6,809 |
1919 | 6,796 |
1920 | 7,840 |
1921 | 8,959 |
1922 | 9,258 |
1923 | 9,734 |
1924 | 10,355 |
1925 | 10,146 |
1926 | 10,342 |
1927 | 10,848 |
1928 | 11,167 |
1929 | 10,841 |
1930 | 11,704 |
1931 | 11,568 |
1932 | 11,742 |
1933 | 11,410 |
1934 | 11,801 |
1935 | 12,066 |
1936 | 12,486 |
1937 | 13,218 |
1938 | 14,399 |
1939 | 14,715 |
1940 | 15,131 |
1941 | 16,143 |
1942 | 18,210 |
1943 | 19,112 |
1944 | 18,093 |
1945 | 18,098 |
1946 | 22,039 |
1947 | 24,584 |
1948 | 23,553 |
1949 | 23,588 |
1950 | 23,813 |
1951 | 25,843 |
1952 | 25,910 |
1953 | 25,507 |
1954 | 26,185 |
1955 | 26,744 |
1956 | 27,433 |
1957 | 28,060 |
1958 | 26,686 |
1959 | 26,641 |
1960 | 27,691 |
1961 | 26,101 |
1962 | 25,240 |
1963 | 25,226 |
1964 | 24,857 |
1965 | 22,677 |
1966 | 20,834 |
1967 | 19,260 |
1968 | 18,078 |
1969 | 17,550 |
1970 | 16,803 |
1971 | 14,762 |
1972 | 12,333 |
1973 | 10,981 |
1974 | 10,146 |
1975 | 9,633 |
1976 | 9,128 |
1977 | 9,453 |
1978 | 9,021 |
1979 | 9,237 |
1980 | 9,610 |
1981 | 9,473 |
1982 | 9,356 |
1983 | 8,965 |
1984 | 8,791 |
1985 | 8,994 |
1986 | 8,453 |
1987 | 8,354 |
1988 | 8,567 |
1989 | 8,555 |
1990 | 8,262 |
1991 | 7,576 |
1992 | 6,733 |
1993 | 6,277 |
1994 | 5,679 |
1995 | 5,226 |
1996 | 4,973 |
1997 | 4,659 |
1998 | 4,586 |
1999 | 4,285 |
2000 | 4,152 |
2001 | 3,907 |
2002 | 3,665 |
2003 | 3,643 |
2004 | 3,425 |
2005 | 3,368 |
2006 | 3,243 |
2007 | 3,108 |
2008 | 2,967 |
2009 | 2,612 |
2010 | 2,427 |
2011 | 2,217 |
2012 | 2,224 |
2013 | 2,176 |
2014 | 2,153 |
2015 | 2,031 |
2016 | 1,919 |
2017 | 1,765 |
2018 | 1,671 |
2019 | 1,622 |
2020 | 1,482 |
2021 | 1,373 |
2022 | 1,310 |
2023 | 1,318 |
2024 | 1,186 |