Kenny

//ˈkɛni// name

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Definitions

Proper Noun
  1. 1
    A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth.

    "Kenny Perry was a leader or co-leader throughout Sunday’s final round."

  2. 2
    A surname transferred from the given name.
  3. 3
    A placename; A former settlement in Mendocino County, California, United States.
  4. 4
    A placename; A neighbourhood in south-west Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
  5. 5
    A placename; A suburb of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.

Example

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"Miwako, I want you to meet Kenny."

Etymology

From Kenneth or Ken + -y (diminutive form).

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