Kennith Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kennith has its roots in Old English and is derived from the name Cynwulf, meaning 'royal' or 'born of fire'. It evolved through various forms, including Cyneth, before emerging as Kennith. The name conveys traits of handsomeness and strength. While it does not have biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in the 20th century. Variants include Kenneth and Kenny, and notable bearers of the name include actors and academics.
The name Kennith is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kennith has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kennith' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1047th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 514th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 535th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 773rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1301st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3029th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6822nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Kennith' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kennith"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛnɪθ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Kennith is derived from the Old English name 'Cynwulf', which means 'royal' or 'born of fire'. It is related to the Gaelic name 'Coinneach', meaning 'handsome' or 'comely'.
Meaning
handsome, royal
Language Evolution
Cynwulf, Cyneth, Kenneth
Historical Usage
The name Kennith gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of Kenneth, which itself became common in the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Kenneth, Kenny, Ken
Modern Popularity & Image
Kennith is perceived as a classic and somewhat traditional name, often associated with qualities such as strength and reliability.
Famous People
Kennith Branagh, actor and director, Kennith H. Miller, biologist, Kennith G. B. Sorensen, mathematician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kennith"
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 of "Kennith"
"Kennith" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1047th of 7545 | 702 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 514th of 6773 | 2,432 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 535th of 7552 | 3,871 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 773rd of 10718 | 1,790 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1301st of 16616 | 1,074 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3029th of 24088 | 542 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6822nd of 23106 | 143 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Kennith" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
- |
35.38% 837th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
41.98% 649th/1546 |
- |
15.38% 362nd/2353 |
46.09% 713th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
24.52% 546th/2227 |
40.41% 982nd/2430 |
14.30% 408th/2853 |
21.37% 593rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.18% 769th/2937 |
34.86% 1214th/3483 |
19.33% 680th/3518 |
20.87% 844th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.18% 1370th/3685 |
42.70% 1911th/4475 |
27.11% 1408th/5194 |
26.06% 1646th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
48.13% 3520th/7313 |
42.22% 3151st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kennith" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kennith"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kennith" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.