Ken: meaning, definitions and examples
๐งโ๐ค
ken
[ kษn ]
name, doll
Ken is a male doll character produced by the American toy company Mattel, introduced in 1961. He is often portrayed as the companion of Barbie and has become a cultural icon associated with the Barbie brand.
Synonyms
Barbie's counterpart, Ken Carson, male doll.
Examples of usage
- My sister has a collection of Ken dolls.
- Ken's new outfit is a stylish addition to his wardrobe.
- The movie features Barbie and Ken on an adventurous journey.
Translations
Translations of the word "ken" in other languages:
๐ต๐น ken
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Ken
๐ฎ๐ฉ ken
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะตะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ ken
๐ฏ๐ต ใฑใณ
๐ซ๐ท Ken
๐ช๐ธ Ken
๐น๐ท ken
๐ฐ๐ท ์ผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ููู
๐จ๐ฟ Ken
๐ธ๐ฐ Ken
๐จ๐ณ ่ฏ
๐ธ๐ฎ Ken
๐ฎ๐ธ Ken
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะตะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ Ken
๐ฒ๐ฝ Ken
Etymology
The name 'Ken' is derived from the Scottish Gaelic name 'Coinneach', which means 'handsome'. It first gained popularity in the 20th century as a given name, often associated with masculinity and charm. In 1961, Mattel introduced 'Ken' as part of the Barbie franchise, where he was styled as Barbie's boyfriend and featured various careers and styles over the decades. The introduction of Ken aimed to add a more diverse range of characters to the Barbie world while also enticing boys to engage with traditional dolls. Over the years, Ken has undergone numerous transformations, mirroring changes in fashion and societal norms, thereby influencing the perception of masculinity in popular culture.