Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 03, 2024

Kenward

US Popularity Rank: 7070

Origin: British

Meaning: Brave or royal guardian

Kenward is a boy's name of Old English origin, and the meaning of Kenward is "brave or royal guardian." Kenward has a certain formality to it and one with regal sticking power! It's probably more recognizable for its prefix, Ken, a more relaxed, cool-sounding, and youthful version of Kenward. Ryan Gosling plays Ken in Margot Robbie's movie about the iconic doll brand Barbie, which undoubtedly makes this timeless name even more appealing! With a like Kenward, your baby boy is set to be a brave fellow brimming with confidence.

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