NAME PROFILE
Kennie
Derived as a diminutive of Kenneth or Kendrick, meaning 'born of fire' or 'handsome.' This name belongs to a person with a spirited, warm personality who radiates natural charm and bright energy.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,635 |
| Gender | Male (1% / 99%) |
| Peak year | 1960 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1954 |
| Most recent | 1972 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English, Scottish, Irish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
✨ Double Letter
Top States
TX — 50%TN — 17%GA — 17%IL — 17%AK — 0%
Notable People
Kennie Carter (R&B Singer) · Kennie Taylor (Professional Baseball Player) · Kennie Gill (American Visual Artist) · Kennie Mack (Jazz and R&B Musician) · Kennie J. (Social Media Personality and Vlogger)
Nicknames & Diminutives
KenKen-KenKenny
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