gender neutral
Kenny
handsome, born of fire
About Kenny
Friendly, approachable, and instantly likable—that's the essence captured here. This name brings to mind someone who makes friends easily and brings warmth to every room. It's the kind of name that works beautifully for a giggling toddler and ages gracefully into adulthood. The simplicity is deceptive; there's real charm in its straightforwardness. Unlike longer, more formal options, this choice gets straight to the point with no fuss. It's been consistently used across generations, proving its staying power without feeling dated. Parents who appreciate down-to-earth qualities and genuine connection often gravitate toward this option. The name suggests someone reliable, good-natured, and easy to talk to—qualities that serve well throughout life's various stages and challenges.
Popularity of the Name Kenny
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | #978 | |||
| 1930 | #880 | |||
| 1931 | #736 | |||
| 1932 | #797 | |||
| 1933 | #707 | |||
| 1934 | #661 | |||
| 1935 | #524 | |||
| 1936 | #491 | |||
| 1937 | #391 | |||
| 1938 | #378 | |||
| 1939 | #326 | |||
| 1940 | #316 | |||
| 1941 | #313 | |||
| 1942 | #307 | |||
| 1943 | #295 | |||
| 1944 | #276 | |||
| 1945 | #253 | |||
| 1946 | #254 | |||
| 1947 | #251 | |||
| 1948 | #265 | |||
| 1949 | #291 | |||
| 1950 | #299 | |||
| 1951 | #317 | |||
| 1952 | #301 | |||
| 1953 | #316 | |||
| 1954 | #301 | |||
| 1955 | #272 | |||
| 1956 | #255 | |||
| 1957 | #231 | |||
| 1958 | #197 | |||
| 1959 | #174 | |||
| 1960 | #169 | |||
| 1961 | #179 | |||
| 1962 | #189 | |||
| 1963 | #203 | |||
| 1964 | #200 | |||
| 1965 | #217 | |||
| 1966 | #232 | |||
| 1967 | #246 | |||
| 1968 | #265 | |||
| 1969 | #289 | |||
| 1970 | #302 | |||
| 1971 | #311 | |||
| 1972 | #344 | |||
| 1973 | #356 | |||
| 1974 | #365 | |||
| 1975 | #410 | |||
| 1976 | #376 | |||
| 1977 | #393 | |||
| 1978 | #372 | |||
| 1979 | #358 | |||
| 1980 | #330 | #367 | ||
| 1981 | #303 | |||
| 1982 | #319 | |||
| 1983 | #337 | |||
| 1984 | #350 | |||
| 1985 | #335 | |||
| 1986 | #349 | |||
| 1987 | #362 | |||
| 1988 | #392 | |||
| 1989 | #394 | |||
| 1990 | #430 | #368 | ||
| 1991 | #465 | #363 | #318 | |
| 1992 | #437 | #322 | ||
| 1993 | #406 | #340 | ||
| 1994 | #387 | #337 | ||
| 1995 | #399 | #383 | ||
| 1996 | #408 | #378 | ||
| 1997 | #417 | #438 | #421 | #384 |
| 1998 | #478 | #576 | #504 | |
| 1999 | #447 | #607 | #489 | |
| 2000 | #431 | #528 | #475 | |
| 2001 | #465 | #570 | #468 | #470 |
| 2002 | #448 | #672 | #609 | |
| 2003 | #477 | #858 | #581 | #550 |
| 2004 | #481 | #776 | #568 | |
| 2005 | #462 | #659 | #633 | |
| 2006 | #497 | #913 | #649 | |
| 2007 | #507 | #828 | #845 | |
| 2008 | #537 | #867 | #787 | #822 |
| 2009 | #618 | #664 | #893 | |
| 2010 | #631 | #923 | #905 | |
| 2011 | #701 | #755 | #678 | #908 |
| 2012 | #746 | #759 | #824 | |
| 2013 | #795 | #794 | ||
| 2014 | #846 | #769 | #804 | |
| 2015 | #893 | #818 | ||
| 2016 | #898 | #836 | #569 | |
| 2017 | #959 | #893 | ||
| 2019 | #863 | #924 | #583 | |
| 2018 | #732 | #796 | ||
| 2020 | #777 | |||
| 2021 | #780 | #660 | ||
| 2022 | #740 | #691 | ||
| 2023 | #759 | |||
| 2024 | #762 | #875 | ||
| 2025 | #859 | #710 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Kenny
Names Similar to Kenny
Nicknames for Kenny
- Ken
- Kenn
- Key
- Kenzo
Famous People Named Kenny
| Kenny Chesney | American country music singer |
| Kenny Rogers | American singer and actor |
| Kenny G | American saxophonist and instrumentalist |
| Kenny Miller | Scottish footballer |
| Kenny Dalglish | Scottish football legend and manager |
| Kenny Lofton | American former MLB outfielder |
| Kenny Loggins | American singer-songwriter |
| Kenny Anderson | American former NBA player |
| Kenny Florian | American mixed martial artist and commentator |
| Kenny Smith | American retired NBA player and sports analyst |
| Kenny Stabler | American former NFL quarterback |
| Kenny Cunningham | Irish former footballer |
| Kenny Vaccaro | American NFL safety |
| Kenny Britt | American former NFL wide receiver |
| Kenny Albert | American sports broadcaster |
| Kenny Wallace | American former NASCAR driver |
| Kenny Drew | American jazz pianist |
| Kenny Baker | English actor best known for playing R2-D2 in Star Wars |
| Kenny Johnson | American actor |
| Kenny Wormald | American dancer and actor |
Characters Named Kenny
| Kenny Powers | Eastbound & Down TV series |
| Kenny Bates | The Abyss movie |
| Kenny Ackerman | Attack on Titan anime/manga |
| Kenny Li | Camp Camp animated series |
| Kenny McCormick | The Walking Dead comic series |
| Kenny the Shark | Kenny the Shark TV show |
| Kenny Brooks | The Princess Diaries movie |
| Kenny Falmouth | The West Wing TV series |
| Kenny Wormald | Footloose movie |
| Kenny the Cat | SpongeBob SquarePants TV series |
| Kenny Green | The Cosby Show TV series |
| Kenny Jason | Days of Our Lives TV series |