Kerensa

girlCornish

Kerensa is a girl name of Cornish origin, meaning “Love”.

MeaningLove
GenderGirl
OriginCornish
Pronunciationkeh-REN-zah
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited Kingdom

Meaning and origin of Kerensa

Kerensa comes from the Cornish word kerensa, 'love', related to the Welsh caru. It was revived as a girl's name in the twentieth century as part of a renewed interest in the Cornish language and identity. It is pronounced with the stress on the middle syllable, and Kerenza is a common alternative spelling.

Is Kerensa a religious name?

Kerensa has no religious background; it is a Cornish word name.

How popular is Kerensa?

Rare, found mainly in Cornwall and southwest England.

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Spellings and variants of Kerensa

Kerenza

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Kerensa mean?

Kerensa means 'Love'. It is of Cornish origin.

Does Kerensa have a religious meaning?

Kerensa has no religious background; it is a Cornish word name.

How do you pronounce Kerensa?

Kerensa is pronounced keh-REN-zah.

Is Kerensa a boy or girl name?

Kerensa is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.