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Kennard

♂ Boy

Pronounced KEN-nard /ˈkɛn.ərd/Medium

Meaning: Kennard is an Old English name and surname, generally read as 'bold guardian' or 'strong and brave' (from elements meaning 'bold; keen' and 'hardy; strong'). A sturdy heritage name.Low

In 30 seconds: An Old English name: Kennard means 'bold guardian; strong and brave' (said 'KEN-nard'). Sturdy and vintage.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningKennard is an Old English name and surname, generally read as 'bold guardian' or 'strong and brave' (from elements meaning 'bold; keen' and 'hardy; strong'). A sturdy heritage name.
U.S. rank (2023)#10265 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1954
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,703

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 195419062023

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kennard is an Old English name meaning 'bold guardian' or 'strong and brave.' It reads vintage and solid - rare in the U.S. (said 'KEN-nard').

It appears only rarely as a first name. Rare, sturdy, and vintage.

Did you know? Kennard is an Old English name and surname read as 'bold guardian' or 'strong and brave,' from elements for 'keen; bold' and 'hardy' - a sturdy heritage pick (said 'KEN-nard').
Overall data confidence 45%
References - Kennard — Old English; 'bold guardian; strong and brave'

Variations

KennardKenardKenward

Nicknames

KenKenny

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kennard mean?

Kennard is an Old English name meaning 'bold guardian' or 'strong and brave.'

How do you pronounce Kennard?

It's said KEN-nard /ˈkɛn.ərd/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kennard a boy or girl name?

Kennard is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Kennard?

Kennard is a rare name in the U.S.

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