Born on Thursday; also a diminutive of Kenneth or Kendra.
In West African Fante culture, Keni is a variant of Kenia, meaning born on a Thursday. In English-speaking contexts, it often serves as a modern, gender-neutral diminutive of names like Kenneth (meaning handsome) or Kendra (meaning greatest champion).
About 7 girls were named Keni in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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