Derived from the country name Kenya
Kenyotta is a modern American name likely created as a feminine elaboration of the name Kenya, which refers to the East African nation. The country's name is derived from the Kikuyu word 'Kirinyaga', meaning 'mountain of whiteness', referring to the snow-capped Mount Kenya. It gained some usage in the United States during the late 20th century as a heritage-conscious choice.
Less common today
Kenyotta isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,279 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
