Boy · 4964th of 24,088
Keneth
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,454
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1956
Peak Popularity Year
28
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Keneth stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Keneth is an Old English name meaning 'royal' or 'born of fire', evolving from the name Cynwulf. It signifies traits associated with strength and leadership, with no biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the 20th century, particularly in Scotland, and it has several variants such as Kenneth and Kenny.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛnɛθ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Keneth is derived from the Old English name 'Cynwulf', which means 'royal' or 'born of fire'. It is derived from the elements 'cyn', meaning 'kin' or 'family', and 'wulf', meaning 'wolf'.
Meaning
royal, born of fire
Language Evolution
Cynwulf, Keneth, Kenneth
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in Scotland, where it became common as a given name due to the influence of Scottish nobles.
Variants & Derivatives
Kenneth, Kenny, Ken
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Keneth is perceived as traditional and somewhat classic, often associated with strength and nobility.
Famous People
Kenneth Branagh, Kenneth Cole, Kenneth Clarke
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 28 peak births in 1956
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2802nd of 7545 | 139 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1897th of 6773 | 269 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1876th of 7552 | 336 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2741st of 10718 | 211 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5224th of 16616 | 134 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4964th of 24088 | 265 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8539th of 23106 | 100 |