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Dave vs Kenton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenton

Boy #2,115 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"royal settlement, king's town"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,115
Total SSA Count
70
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dave Rank #2,019
Kenton Rank #2,115

Dave is more popular, ranked #2019 vs #2115 for Kenton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dave or Kenton more popular?

Dave is more popular, ranked #2019 compared to Kenton at #2115 in the United States.

What do Dave and Kenton mean?

Dave means "uncle" (Hebrew origin). Kenton means "royal settlement, king's town" (Old English origin).

Are Dave and Kenton boy or girl names?

Dave is primarily a boy name. Kenton is primarily a boy name.

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