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Aidan vs Kenneth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenneth

Boy #284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome; fair one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach)

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#284
Total SSA Count
1,186
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aidan Rank #312
Kenneth Rank #284

Kenneth is more popular, ranked #284 vs #312 for Aidan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aidan or Kenneth more popular?

Kenneth is more popular, ranked #284 compared to Aidan at #312 in the United States.

What do Aidan and Kenneth mean?

Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin).

Are Aidan and Kenneth boy or girl names?

Aidan is primarily a boy name. Kenneth is primarily a boy name.

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