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Camden vs John

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

John

Boy #21 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Yahweh is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
8,047
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Camden Rank #193
John Rank #21

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #193 for Camden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Camden or John more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Camden at #193 in the United States.

What do Camden and John mean?

Camden means "winding valley" (Old English origin). John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Camden and John boy or girl names?

Camden is primarily a boy name. John is primarily a boy name.

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