Ernest vs Kellen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ernest

Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #1,031 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"slender, narrow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic 'caol'

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Ernest Rank #1,085

Kellen Rank #1,031

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 vs #1085 for Ernest.

Is Ernest or Kellen more popular?

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 compared to Ernest at #1085 in the United States.

What do Ernest and Kellen mean?

Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin). Kellen means "slender, narrow" (Irish Gaelic 'caol' origin).

Are Ernest and Kellen boy or girl names?

Ernest is primarily a boy name. Kellen is primarily a boy name.