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Name Origin

Kenton is an English surname of occupational origin, meaning 'settlement by the Kent River'. It likely evolved from a place name referring to a location near a river named Kent.

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Famous People

Kenton Duty (1995-)

Actor

  • Known for his role as Gunther in the Disney Channel series 'Shake It Up'

Kenton Cool

Mountaineer

  • First British climber to summit Everest 15 times

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