Kenan
Boy name · 19 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Kenan: 19 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 1998.
Kenan has roots in the Hebrew name קֵינָן (Qenan), meaning “possession” or “spear,” and appears in the Old Testament as a descendant of Seth and father of Mahalaleel. The best-known modern bearer is Kenan Thompson, the longest-running cast member of Saturday Night Live, beloved for his comedy and impressions. In Turkey, the name also carries historical weight through Kenan Evren, a former president. A notable biblical variant is Cainan, which appears in the genealogies of both Genesis and the Gospel of Luke. While no major place bears the name directly, its strong biblical presence gives it a quiet, enduring dignity—a classic choice that feels both timeless and approachable.
Boy 5 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19985 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #7273 babies
- Total births
- 19since 1982
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y