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At a Glance: Name: Kerensa – Meaning: love/affection – Origin: Cornish – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: kuh-REN-suh
Kerensa is a Cornish name meaning love or affection, pronounced kuh-REN-suh (IPA /kəˈrɛnsə/). It has a storybook, globally-rooted feel that sets it apart from more common names, while still carrying a warm, affectionate meaning at its core. If you're drawn to names with real linguistic roots outside the usual English lists, Kerensa is worth a look.
Meaning & Origin of Kerensa
Meaning: Love/affection.
Origin: Cornish.
How to Pronounce Kerensa
Phonetic: kuh-REN-suh IPA: /kəˈrɛnsə/
Popularity of Kerensa
Kerensa has never been common in the U.S.: it reached its highest point in 1971, ranked #2511 with just 30 babies given the name, and by 2024 it had fallen to #14347 with only 6.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1965–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Kerensa mean?
Love/affection.
How do you pronounce Kerensa?
Kerensa is pronounced kuh-REN-suh (IPA: /kəˈrɛnsə/).
Is Kerensa a popular name right now?
Kerensa peaked at #2511 in 1971 and is ranked #14347 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1965–2024.)
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