Gene vs Ferrin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gene

Boy #1,910 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"well-born, of noble descent"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,910
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gene Rank #1,910
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gene or Ferrin more popular?

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Gene and Ferrin mean?

Gene means "well-born, of noble descent" (Greek origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Gene and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Gene is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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