Kenneth

Male

Meaning

Handsome, born of fire

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈkɛnəθ/

Traits associated with the name Kenneth:

Kenneth has an elegant sound to it that really closes the gap between dog and human.

Dogs named Kenneth tend to be loving, affectionate, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Kenneth?

Naming your dog Kenneth suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique name. It also suggests that you may have a fondness for traditional names.

Is Kenneth a good dog name?

Kenneth has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Kenneth isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

2,641
PupNames logo
2,425
New York City Dog Name Database
3,679
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Kenneth is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Kenneth was, in the past month, the 3856th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Kenneth is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Kenneth was viewed 63 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Kenneth's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Kenneth is most adored in Minnesota, Arizona and Texas.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nebraska, New Jersey and Iowa.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kenneth.

Most popular breeds named Kenneth:

  1. Dachshund

Kenneth is found in these categories:

british dog names
british

Common in UK, often shortened to Ken, linked to Barbie's partner.

scottish dog names
scottish

Derived from Scottish Gaelic, meaning "handsome" or "born of fire".

posh dog names
posh

Hails from royal Scottish roots, echoing aristocratic flair and canine sophistication.

Dog names like Kenneth:

From the King's town
Genuine, bold or brave
Home ruler
Sherlock holmes smart sidekick.
Wealthy Guardian
Counselor
Kenneth dog name meaning

Comments icon Comments (0)

Be the first to leave a comment.

Let us know what you think of Kenneth as a dog name!