Possibly a variant of Kenner, meaning brave or bold.
Kener is a rare name likely derived from the Germanic or English surname Kenner. It may also be a modern phonetic creation or a variant of the name Kenner, which historically referred to someone who was 'keen' or 'bold'. Its usage is extremely limited in the United States, giving it a unique, modern feel.
Less common today
Kener isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,582 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).