Kenneth
Meaning: Handsome or born of fire
Origin: Scottish Gaelic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #95
Total births: 6,412
History: Kenneth peaked in the 1960s in Australia. Ken Done became Australia's most famous pop artist — his vibrant Sydney Harbour paintings defined 1980s Australian visual culture. Kenneth means bold, colorful Australian art.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1977) | #99 |
| Babies named Kenneth in 1977 | 72 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 6,412 |
| Peak year | 1952 (548 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #16 |
| Years in records | 1952–1977 (26 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 18 spots |
Frequently asked about Kenneth
What does the name Kenneth mean?
Kenneth means “Handsome or born of fire” from Scottish Gaelic roots.
What is the origin of the name Kenneth?
Kenneth has Scottish Gaelic origin. The traditional meaning is “Handsome or born of fire”.
How popular is Kenneth in Australia?
Kenneth ranked #99 in Australia in 1977 — given to 72 babies that year.
When was Kenneth most popular?
Kenneth peaked in 1952 with 548 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Kenneth a boy or girl name?
Kenneth is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Kenneths in registered births are male.
Is the name Kenneth rising or falling in popularity?
Kenneth has fallen 18 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #81 in 1972 to #99 in 1977.
How long has Kenneth been recorded in Australia?
Kenneth appears in birth records in Australia across 26 years — from 1952 through 1977.