Meaning, origin, history
Kennedy is a name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic word "Cennétig", which means "helmeted". It was originally a surname before becoming a given name. The most famous bearer of this name is John F. Kennedy, who served as the President of the United States from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. However, the name has been used for centuries prior to that and continues to be popular today. It is often spelled in various ways such as Kenney, Kennady, Kennedie, etc. Despite its Irish roots, Kennedy has gained popularity worldwide and is now commonly used in many different cultures and countries.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Kenndy since 1880
Total births
10
Total since 1880
Peak year
2005
5 births
in 2013
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-100%
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vs previous 5 years