Holding steady.
Popularity of Kennette since 1953
Babies named Kennette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 20 |
| 1960s | 68 |
| 1970s | 33 |
| 1980s | 37 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kennette is a rare feminine name that emerged in the United States around 1953, never achieving widespread popularity. Its peak year was 1969, after which its usage declined steeply; by 2025 it remained below the threshold for a 1-in-N ranking, reflecting its extreme scarcity. The name is likely a feminine elaboration of Kenneth, a Scottish classic, or possibly a variant of the surname Kennett. Despite its uncommon status, Kennette fits a pattern of mid-century '-ette' feminines shared with names like Annette and Lynette. Its trajectory is stable at near-zero usage, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an obscure but intuitive name.
Kennette likely arose as a feminine elaboration of Kenneth, the Anglicized form of the Scottish Gaelic name Coinneach, meaning 'handsome' or 'born of fire'. Alternatively, it may be a diminutive of the English surname Kennett, derived from the Old Welsh personal name Cyned. The name saw modest use in the United States from the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1960s, but has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ken, Kenny, Nettie
Variants: Kennet
Sibling names for Kennette
Names that share Kennette's style, for a brother or sister.
