“It is clear that Kenard originates in the Irish (or possibly Scottish Gaelic) (An) Ceann Ard, ‘(the) high point’. It is also possible that Kenard refers to the original name of Caledon, Co. Armagh, which originates in the Irish Cionn Aird, ‘head/top of the hill'” - NIPNP Street Names Project.
There are several places in Scotland called Kinnaird or similar, such as Kinnaird Castle, Perthshire, and Kinnaird Castle, Angus. However. a connection with the place that became Caledon, Co. Tyrone, is a stronger possibility, in view of the proximity to Belfast and also because the exact spelling "Kenard" is an attested historical form for this place.
See also Kinnaird Avenue / Street / Terrace in BT14.
Dual language street sign (English and Irish) approved in February 2025.