Kenna Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEN-uh / /ˈkɛnə/Irish; Scottish
Meaning
Irish: 'born of fire'; Scottish: 'the fair one'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kenna is primarily an Irish name, derived from the Gaelic name 'Cionna', which means 'born of fire'. In Scottish contexts, it is often associated with the meaning 'the fair one'. The name has gained popularity in recent years, especially in English-speaking countries. It is used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly given to girls.
Trend Summary
Kenna has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kenna was first seen in the United States in 1915. Kenna has ranked as high as #1089 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has been most popular in West Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Kenna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kenna (1944)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WV | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |