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Definition of kennedy

kennedy

/ˈkɛn.ə.di/
Ken · ne · dy
Plural:Kennedys
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kennedy Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American A prominent American political and business family that has included a President of the United States, senators, ambassadors, and other major public figures.

Example

"The tragic events surrounding the Kennedys in the 1960s left a lasting mark on American history."

2

A common surname of Irish and Scottish origin, historically associated with a powerful dynasty in Munster, Ireland.

Example

"She researched the origins of the surname Kennedy to trace her family ancestry back to County Tipperary."

• Rhymes for kennedy

• Nearby Words

kendo
kennebec
kennedia
kennedy
kennel
keno
kenosha

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Irish Gaelic surname 'Ó Cinnéide', meaning 'grandson of Cinnédidh'. The personal name Cinnédidh is traditionally thought to mean 'helmet-headed' or 'grim-headed', combining 'ceann' (head) and 'éide' (armor).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kennedy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 2, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kennedy
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