Name Profile
Kenny
“Born of fire, handsome” — Scottish
BoyScottish2 syllablesCurrent rank #200 (1964)
About Kenny
Rooted in Scottish tradition, Kenny is a spirited boy's name meaning "born of fire" and "handsome." It exudes a friendly, easygoing warmth while carrying a spark of adventurous energy.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginScottish
Syllables2
Nicknames for Kenny
KenKeny
Popularity in the U.S.
Kenny is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
Kenny popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Kenny had 1,402 births in 1964.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1958 | 1,423 | #197 |
| 1959 | 1,758 | #174 |
| 1960 | 1,940 | #169 |
| 1961 | 1,699 | #179 |
| 1962 | 1,594 | #189 |
| 1964 | 1,402 | #200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kenny mean?
Kenny is commonly linked to the meaning Born of fire, handsome and is associated with Scottish roots.
Is Kenny a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Kenny is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
What are common nicknames for Kenny?
Popular nicknames include Ken, Keny.