Kenyon

Meaning of Kenyon

It means "white-haired" or "fair-haired hero."

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

Popularity of Kenyon

After ranking as high as #663 in 2005, Kenyon has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Kenyon

• Kenyon Martin
  Former professional basketball player
• Kenyon Drake
  Professional football player
• Kenyon Green
  Professional football player
• Kenyon Cox
  American football player
• Kenyon Lee
  American football player

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Questions about the name Kenyon

What does the name Kenyon mean?

Kenyon means it means "white-haired" or "fair-haired hero.", and it comes from Irish origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Kenyon?

Kenyon did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Kenyon most popular?

Kenyon peaked at #663 in 2005.