Amai vs Ken

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amai

Boy #3,156 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sweet, gentle"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese Zimbabwean Shona

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,156
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Ken

Boy #3,299 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"handsome, born of fire"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,299
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amai Rank #3,156
Ken Rank #3,299

Amai is more popular, ranked #3156 vs #3299 for Ken.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amai or Ken more popular?

Amai is more popular, ranked #3156 compared to Ken at #3299 in the United States.

What do Amai and Ken mean?

Amai means "sweet, gentle" (Japanese origin). Ken means "handsome, born of fire" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Amai and Ken boy or girl names?

Amai is primarily a boy name. Ken is primarily a boy name.

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