Holding steady.
Popularity of Kennetta since 1954
Babies named Kennetta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 14 |
| 1970s | 88 |
| 1980s | 74 |
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kennetta is a rare feminine variant of Kenneth, a name with deep Scottish roots. First recorded in U.S. data in 1954, it reached its highest usage in 1984, though it never entered the top 1000. Its trajectory has been stable since 2025, reflecting a consistent but very low level of use. The name offers a distinctive alternative to more common feminizations like Kenna, appealing to parents seeking a connection to Scottish heritage without widespread popularity.
Kennetta is a rare feminine form of Kenneth, which derives from the Scottish Gaelic name Cináed (meaning 'born of fire' or possibly 'handsome'). The name Kenneth has been used in Scotland since the Middle Ages, borne by early Scottish kings. Kennetta likely emerged in the 20th century as a feminization, reflecting a pattern of adding -a or -etta to masculine names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kenna, Netta, Kenny
Sibling names for Kennetta
Names that share Kennetta's style, for a brother or sister.
