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Berkeley vs Smokey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smokey

Boy #16,064 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resembling smoke, smoky in quality"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#16,064
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Berkeley Rank #15,488
Smokey Rank #16,064

Berkeley is more popular, ranked #15488 vs #16064 for Smokey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berkeley or Smokey more popular?

Berkeley is more popular, ranked #15488 compared to Smokey at #16064 in the United States.

What do Berkeley and Smokey mean?

Berkeley means "birch tree clearing" (Old English origin). Smokey means "resembling smoke, smoky in quality" (Old English origin).

Are Berkeley and Smokey boy or girl names?

Berkeley is primarily a boy name. Smokey is primarily a boy name.

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