Scottish Gaelic boy name
Coinneach Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Coinneach means handsome. From the Gaelic Cainnech, an old name connected with the word for handsome or comely
Coinneach is the Scottish Gaelic form of Kenneth and comes from Cainnech, an early Gaelic name associated with Saint Cainnech, who is remembered in both Ireland and Scotland. The name is generally linked to a word meaning handsome or comely. It is more often heard today in its anglicised form Kenneth, with Kenny as the familiar pet name. The Gaelic spelling is striking and takes some effort to pronounce, with a soft ny sound and a throaty ch. It suits families who want to honour Gaelic tradition.
Variants of Coinneach
CainnechKennethKennyCoinnich
Coinneach popularity: Ireland vs the US
Coinneach does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Coinneach mean?
Coinneach means "handsome". From the Gaelic Cainnech, an old name connected with the word for handsome or comely.
How do you pronounce Coinneach?
Coinneach is pronounced KON-yakh.
What is the origin of Coinneach?
Coinneach is of Scottish Gaelic origin. From the Gaelic Cainnech, an old name connected with the word for handsome or comely.