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Kenny
KEH-nee
Kenny (name) means a masculine given name, typically a diminutive of Kenneth. Example: “Kenny fixed the car in under an hour.”
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A masculine given name, typically a diminutive of Kenneth.
"Kenny fixed the car in under an hour."
"Kenny Perry was a leader or co-leader throughout Sunday’s final round."
— Richard Sandomir, Live From the Masters, It’s Not the Leaders (2009)
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Etymology
Formed from Kenneth or Ken plus -y, a diminutive form.
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What does “Kenny” mean?
The word “Kenny” means a masculine given name, typically a diminutive of Kenneth.
How do you pronounce “Kenny”?
“Kenny” is pronounced KEH-nee (/ˈkɛni/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kenny” in a sentence?
Here is “Kenny” used in a sentence: “Kenny fixed the car in under an hour.”
What part of speech is “Kenny”?
“Kenny” is a name.
Is “Kenny” a common word?
“Kenny” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is Kenny short for?
Kenny is typically a diminutive of Kenneth, used as an affectionate or informal form of that name. It also stands on its own as an independent given name.
Is Kenny a boy's name or a girl's name?
Kenny is a masculine given name, most often arising as a pet form of Kenneth. It is traditionally used for boys and men.
Is Kenny also a surname?
Yes. Kenny is a well-established surname, particularly common in Ireland, quite apart from its use as a first name. As a given name, though, it is usually a diminutive of Kenneth.
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