Kenoi
Origin:Pacific Islander
Meaning:Graced by God; Creation; Beginning
Kenoi is a unique masculine Pacific Islander name. It may serve as a spin on Keoni, the Hawaiian and Polynesian form of John. John originates from Hebrew and means “graced by God,” appearing in the Christian Bible as two important figures: John the Baptist and John the Apostle. If you plan on sharing your faith with baby, Kenoi may also have links to the Hawaiian Kinohi, a variant of the Greek name Genesis, meaning “creation” or “beginning.” Kenoi has a tranquil vibe that implies a laid-back, easy-breezy demeanor. If you wish to share your faith and ancestry with your bundle of joy, Kenoi is a charming choice.
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WordSense, Keoni
Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Sources, John
WordSense, Kinohi
WordSense, Genesis
Britannica, St. John the Baptist, Jewish prophet and Christian saint, November 2024
Britannica, St. John the Apostle, Christian Apostle, November 2024
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