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Arrow vs Kent

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arrow

Boy #1,674 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"swift projectile, arrow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,674
Total SSA Count
100
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kent

Boy #1,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coastal land, border land"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,636
Total SSA Count
104
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arrow Rank #1,674
Kent Rank #1,636

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 vs #1674 for Arrow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arrow or Kent more popular?

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 compared to Arrow at #1674 in the United States.

What do Arrow and Kent mean?

Arrow means "swift projectile, arrow" (Old English origin). Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin).

Are Arrow and Kent boy or girl names?

Arrow is primarily a boy name. Kent is primarily a boy name.

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