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Boy Name

Kenneth

"Handsome, born of fire"

Ranked #133 for boys

About the Name Kenneth

Meaning

Handsome, born of fire

Origin

Celtic

Gender

Boy

First Letter

K

Boy Rank

#133

Kenneth is a boy name of Celtic origin. The name means "Handsome, born of fire" and is currently ranked #133 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with K or explore other Celtic names.

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Popularity Over Time

#15
1950
#12
1960
#22
1970
#35
1980
#55
1990
#95
2000
#120
2010
#133
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Kenneth

  • KB Kenneth Branagh
  • KC Kenneth Cole

Names Similar to Kenneth

Kevin

Boy

Gentle, handsome, beautiful at birth

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Kyle

Boy

Narrow strait, handsome

Celtic #183

Kane

Boy

Warrior, battle, tribute

Celtic #186
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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
7
Starts with
K
Origin
Celtic

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