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      Meaning of the first name Keno

      Origin

      American

      Meaning

      A Lotto-like Gambling Game

      Variations

      Beno, Enoc, Enos
      The name Keno has its origins in America and is associated with a popular gambling game known as Keno. This name derives from a French word, quine, meaning five winning numbers. The game itself shares similarities with a lottery, where players select numbers and hope for them to match those chosen by a random number generator. Despite its American origins, the name Keno has gained recognition and usage worldwide.

      In history, Keno was first introduced in the mid-19th century by Chinese immigrants who settled in America during the construction of the transcontinental railroad. These immigrants brought the game, originally called baige piao, which translates to white pigeon ticket. Over time, the game's name transformed into Keno due to American influence. It quickly gained popularity among the locals and became a staple in casinos across the United States.

      In modern-day usage, the name Keno exists predominantly in connection with the gambling game. It is widely recognized in the gaming community and used to refer to both the game itself and the specific number-picking system employed. Additionally, Keno is occasionally used as a given name for boys, although it remains relatively uncommon in comparison to its association with the game. Nonetheless, the historic and widespread usage of the name Keno in the realm of gambling ensures that it retains a sense of familiarity and recognition both in the United States and worldwide.

      Based on our records...

      Wynyard

      Wynyard

      This is the most common surname associated with Keno.
      Doreen

      Doreen

      This is the most common name of those married to a Keno.
      Eco-harjoe

      Eco-harjoe

      This is the most common name for a child of a Keno.
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      1905 is when there were the most people born with the first name Keno.

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