KENNEDY
The meaning of the unisex name Kennedy is STRENGTH.
Details on KENNEDY:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Strength
- Popularity for Girl:
- 214th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 3,765th in the USA (top 15%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
2,881 births
KENNEDY as a GIRL in 2024
95 births
KENNEDY as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of KENNEDY:
The name Kennedy is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Kennedy is: Helmeted; helmed head.
The name Kennedy is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Kennedy is: Helmeted; helmed head.
The name Kennedy is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Kennedy is: Helmeted.
The name Kennedy is a Scottish baby name. In Scottish the meaning of the name Kennedy is: Ugly head.
USA SSA birth(s) for KENNEDY:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name KENNEDY
KENNEDY as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 2881 births |
| 2023 | 3074 births |
| 2022 | 3075 births |
| 2021 | 3443 births |
| 2020 | 3360 births |
| 2019 | 3691 births |
| 2018 | 3945 births |
| 2017 | 4137 births |
| 2016 | 4322 births |
| 2015 | 4517 births |
| 2014 | 4489 births |
| 2013 | 3954 births |
| 2012 | 3382 births |
| 2011 | 3244 births |
| 2010 | 2831 births |
| 2009 | 2862 births |
KENNEDY as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 95 births |
| 2023 | 104 births |
| 2022 | 104 births |
| 2021 | 104 births |
| 2020 | 142 births |
| 2019 | 135 births |
| 2018 | 126 births |
| 2017 | 140 births |
| 2016 | 170 births |
| 2015 | 163 births |
| 2014 | 158 births |
| 2013 | 154 births |
| 2012 | 163 births |
| 2011 | 124 births |
| 2010 | 158 births |
| 2009 | 149 births |
About the name KENNEDY
Kennedy, a name steeped in history and rich in meaning, traces its origins to the Gaelic name "Cinnéidigh," which translates to "descendant of the helmeted one." This name carries with it a sense of strength and leadership, embodying the spirit of resilience and ambition. Popular in various English-speaking countries, particularly the United States and Ireland, Kennedy resonates with a legacy that spans generations. It evokes the memory of influential figures, such as President John F. Kennedy, whose charisma and vision left an indelible mark on history. In contemporary culture, Kennedy symbolizes sophistication and a modern sensibility, appealing to parents who seek a name that is both classic and fresh. With its melodic sound and rich heritage, Kennedy is a name that whispers of adventure and promise, a fitting choice for a child destined to leave their own mark on the world.
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