Of the country Kenya; also possibly bright or white
Primarily used as a place-name reference to the East African nation of Kenya. The country's name is derived from the Kikuyu word 'Kirinyaga', referring to Mount Kenya, which translates to 'mountain of whiteness' or 'bright mountain'. As a given name, it is a modern choice that honors heritage or the natural beauty of the region.
Less common today
Kenyan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,166 in 2006.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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