Kenney

Kenney is a masculine name that originated as a surname derived from the Gaelic name Ó Cinnéidigh, meaning "descendant of Cinnéidigh" (a personal name composed of elements meaning "helmeted" or "misshapen head"). As a first name, Kenney represents a variation of Kenneth or Kenny, with Kenny traditionally being a diminutive form of Kenneth. The name has Scottish and Irish roots and carries a friendly, approachable quality. While less common as a given name than Kenneth or Kenny, Kenney provides a slightly more formal alternative to Kenny while maintaining its casual charm. The name saw modest usage in the United States during the mid-20th century but remains relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality for modern bearers.

Kenney is also given to girls.

Pronounced KEN-ee.

As of October 2026, Kenney ranked #10365 in US births in 1977 SSA.