Kenard is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin, derived from the English surname Kenard. The name is believed to have originated from a diminutive of the Middle English word 'ken,' meaning 'know' or 'understand,' combined with the suffix '-ard.' This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who was knowledgeable or wise. Despite its historical roots, Kenard is not widely used today and remains relatively uncommon, making it an unusual choice for a first name.
The name Kenard had a notable increase in popularity around the mid-20th century, with peaks in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The highest number of births occurred in 1981 with 24 births. After the peak, the popularity gradually declined, with only a few births per year from the late 1990s onwards, suggesting that Kenard is no longer a popular name choice today.