Brandon vs Kenneth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brandon

Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

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Boy #284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"handsome; fair one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach)

Scottish Irish English American

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Brandon Rank #230

Kenneth Rank #284

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #284 for Kenneth.

Is Brandon or Kenneth more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Kenneth at #284 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Kenneth mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin).

Are Brandon and Kenneth boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Kenneth is primarily a boy name.