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Male

Kenny

Name Meaning:

Diminutive of Kenneth ("handsome, born of fire").

Noteable Namesakes

Kenny Rogers (Singer); Kenny Chesney (Singer); Kenny G (Musician); Kenny McCormick (Character in South Park)

Origin

Scottish Gaelic

Popularity

US: #896, UK: #655

Variations/Nicknames

Ken; Kenneth; Kennie

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