Kennady is of Irish origin, derived from the ancient Irish name Cennétig, which means 'ugly-headed'. It was popularized by a tenth-century Irish king, Cennétig mac Lorcáin, who ruled over Munster in Ireland. The name Kennady has a strong, distinctive sound and offers a unique option for parents seeking an uncommon yet historically significant name for their child.
Based on these statistics, the name Kennady peaked in popularity between 2007 and 2014, with a high of 108 births in 2007 and consistently around 70-90 births per year until 2014. However, since then, there has been a significant decline, with only 20 to 65 births per year from 2015 onwards, including just 21 births in 2023. Overall, Kennady has seen 1806 births over these three decades.