Kenny
Kenny: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɛni/
Meaning and origin of Kenny
- A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth.
- A surname transferred from the given name.
Etymology
From Kenneth or Ken + -y (diminutive form).
How popular is Kenny?
Since 1880, 548 girls and 51,931 boys in the U.S. have been named Kenny (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2780 in 1943. Its highest rank for boys was #169 in 1960. In 2025, 161 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Kenny FAQ
What does the name Kenny mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth. A surname transferred from the given name. From Kenneth or Ken + -y (diminutive form).
What is the origin of the name Kenny?
Kenny is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Kenny?
Since 1880, 548 girls and 51,931 boys in the U.S. have been named Kenny (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2780 in 1943. Its highest rank for boys was #169 in 1960. In 2025, 161 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Kenny a boy or girl name?
Kenny is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 548 girls and 51,931 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.