Kenai

Meaning of Kenai

Kenai refers to the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska, named after the local indigenous (Athabascan) people.

Kenai has Athabascan (Alaska) roots — browse every Athabascan (Alaska) baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kenai

Kenai is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #713 in 2025 from #960 in 2023.

Notable people named Kenai

• Kenai Fjords
  National Park in Alaska
• Kenai Andrews
  American football player
• Kenai Baranof
  Alaskan island
• Kenai River
  River in Alaska
• Kenai Peninsula Borough
  Alaskan local government

Questions about the name Kenai

What does the name Kenai mean?

Kenai means kenai refers to the kenai peninsula in alaska, named after the local indigenous (athabascan) people, and it comes from Athabascan (Alaska) origins.

Is Kenai a boy's or a girl's name?

Kenai is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kenai?

In 2025, Kenai ranked #713 for boys, up from #769 the year before.

When was Kenai most popular?

Kenai peaked at #713 in 2025.