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Denzel vs Keaton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Denzel

Boy #1,036 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"high stronghold, fort on the headland"

Origin: Cornish

Cultural Roots

African-American American Cornish/English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,036
Total SSA Count
215
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Denzel Rank #1,036
Keaton Rank #844

Keaton is more popular, ranked #844 vs #1036 for Denzel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denzel or Keaton more popular?

Keaton is more popular, ranked #844 compared to Denzel at #1036 in the United States.

What do Denzel and Keaton mean?

Denzel means "high stronghold, fort on the headland" (Cornish origin). Keaton means "place of hawks, kite's settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Denzel and Keaton boy or girl names?

Denzel is primarily a boy name. Keaton is primarily a boy name.

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