Holding steady.
Popularity of Kenon since 1971
Babies named Kenon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 86 |
| 1980s | 126 |
| 1990s | 111 |
| 2000s | 73 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kenon is a rare American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1971 and reached its peak usage in 1980. Its trajectory has been stable but extremely low, never ranking among the top 1000 names. The name likely emerged as a modern invention, combining the familiar 'Ken-' prefix (seen in Kenneth or Kendall) with the trendy '-on' suffix that gained popularity in the late 20th century. While some may link it to the Hebrew Kenan or the Greek-rooted Canon, there is no definitive evidence for these connections. Kenon's rarity and modern formation make it a distinctive choice, though it has remained virtually unknown outside of occasional use since the 1980s.
Kenon first appeared in U.S. records in 1971, with a peak in 1980. It may be a blend of the popular prefix 'Ken' (from Kenneth or Kendall) and the suffix '-on,' a fashionable ending in modern coinages. Alternatively, it could be a respelling of Kenan (a Hebrew name) or a variant of Canon (from the Greek 'kanon,' meaning 'rule'). Its use has remained very rare and stable since the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ken, Kenny
Sibling names for Kenon
Names that share Kenon's style, for a brother or sister.
