Kenna

Meaning of Kenna

Kenna is often considered a feminine form of the Irish name Kenneth. It's thought to mean 'born of fire' or 'handsome'.

Kenna has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kenna

Kenna has cooled off, slipping to #759 in 2025, down from a peak of #662 in 2016.

Notable people named Kenna

• Kenna James
  Singer-songwriter, musician
• Kenna Marie
  Reality television personality
• Kenna Nicole
  Social media influencer
• Kenna McArthur
  Canadian curler
• Kenna Al-Sham
  Jordanian actress

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Questions about the name Kenna

What does the name Kenna mean?

Kenna means kenna is often considered a feminine form of the irish name kenneth. it's thought to mean 'born of fire' or 'handsome', and it comes from Irish origins.

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

Kenna is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kenna?

In 2025, Kenna ranked #759 for girls, down from #724 the year before.

When was Kenna most popular?

Kenna peaked at #662 in 2016.