Kenn
Kenn is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Handsome, born of fire, or clear water.
Origin and history
Kenn is typically a variant spelling of Ken, which serves as a short form of Kenneth or comes from the Gaelic name Coinneach. It has also functioned as a rare standalone given name or surname in the United States. Its usage in modern birth records remains uncommon.
Popularity in the United States
756 babies in the United States have been named Kenn since 1880. It ranks #3920 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- PA (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 91 |
| 1950-1960 | 183 |
| 1960-1970 | 202 |
| 1970-1980 | 103 |
| 1980-1990 | 81 |
| 1990-2000 | 38 |
| 2000-2010 | 37 |
| 2010-2019 | 16 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Kenn is a streamlined single-syllable name that doubles the final consonant of the traditional short form Ken.