Kennedy
KEN-ə-dee
Kennedy is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Kennedy is an Irish surname-turned-first name, derived from the Gaelic name Cinnéidigh, meaning 'helmeted head' or 'misshapen head'.”. It currently ranks #89 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2015.
What Kennedy Means
“Kennedy is an Irish surname-turned-first name, derived from the Gaelic name Cinnéidigh, meaning 'helmeted head' or 'misshapen head'.”
The Story of Kennedy
From the ancient heart of Ireland, this name of a warrior chief has traveled through history to stand ready for your child.
Kennedy is a name with deep historical roots, originating as an Irish surname from the Gaelic Cinnéidigh, meaning 'helmeted head' or 'misshapen head,' possibly referring to an early chieftain. It has since transcended its surname status, journeying through generations and across the Atlantic to become a prominent first name, associated with leadership and resilience.
The name 'Kennedy' carries a commanding presence, evoking a sense of strength and historical weight. When you consider this name for your child, you might feel an innate sense of leadership, a quality of confident determination. To write 'Kennedy' on a birth announcement is to give your child a name that sounds ready to face the world with intelligence and charisma.
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Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
John F. Kennedy
35th President of the United States.
Kennedy McMann
American actress.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#4,687 in 2015
Total Births
98,080
First Recorded
1912
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