Kennth Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEN-ith / /ˈkɛn.əθ/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: born of fire; English: handsome
Historical & Cultural Background
Kenneth is derived from the Gaelic name 'Coinneach', which means 'handsome' or 'born of fire'. It has been a popular name in Scotland since the Middle Ages, often associated with Scottish kings. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 19th century. Variants of the name have appeared in various cultures, reflecting its widespread appeal.
Trend Summary
Kenneth has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kenny
- Ken
International Variants
- Kennet (Danish)
- Kendrick (English)
- Keenan (Irish)
Famous people named Kennth
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Fictional characters named Kennth
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kennth was first seen in the United States in 1917. Kennth has ranked as high as #1050 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Kennth has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kennth (1982)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 14 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 16 |
| 1945 | 17 |
| 1946 | 17 |
| 1947 | 24 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 27 |
| 1950 | 25 |
| 1951 | 32 |
| 1952 | 35 |
| 1953 | 33 |
| 1954 | 35 |
| 1955 | 53 |
| 1956 | 61 |
| 1957 | 53 |
| 1958 | 61 |
| 1959 | 85 |
| 1960 | 96 |
| 1961 | 79 |
| 1962 | 88 |
| 1963 | 70 |
| 1964 | 71 |
| 1965 | 65 |
| 1966 | 42 |
| 1967 | 50 |
| 1968 | 42 |
| 1969 | 47 |
| 1970 | 48 |
| 1971 | 46 |
| 1972 | 32 |
| 1973 | 29 |
| 1974 | 31 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 24 |
| 1977 | 32 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 35 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |