Kenyon

Meaning of Kenyon

Kenyon is a male name that originated from English and has associations with strength and determination. It is pronounced as KEN-yuhn in American English (/ˈkɛn.jən/). The name Kenyon also has the variation Kennon. Over the years, it has gained popularity in the United States, with occurrences ranging from 8 to 314 in different years. In recent years, it has been consistently used for newborn boys, with an average rank of around 1000. The name Kenyon exudes a sense of individuality and uniqueness, making it a great choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their baby boy.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as KEN-yuhn (/ˈkɛn.jən/)

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Notable People Named Kenyon

Kenyon Farrow is an American writer, activist, and educator known for his work on progressive racial and economic justice issues within the LGBTQ community.
Kenyon Lee Martin Sr. is a former professional basketball player who played 15 seasons in the NBA and was an NBA All-Star in 2004.
Kenyon Martin Jr. - Kenyon Lee "KJ" Martin Jr. is an American professional basketball player known for his time with the Houston Rockets and currently playing for the Philadelphia 76ers.
Kenyon Wright - Kenyon Edward Canon Wright was a priest of the Scottish Episcopal Church and a political campaigner who chaired the Scottish Constitutional Convention, playing a key role in the establishment of the devolved Scottish Parliament in 1999.
Kenyon Green is a talented American football guard for the Houston Texans, known for his impressive college career at Texas A&M and being a first-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.
Kenyon Ziehl - Kenyon Garth Baines Ziehl is a Zimbabwean former rugby union player and cricketer.
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