Genesis vs Kenan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Genesis

Boy #1,149 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beginning, origin"

Origin: Hebrew via Greek

American Latino Christian

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Boy #1,134 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"possession, acquisition"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew Irish American Turkish

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Genesis Rank #1,149

Kenan Rank #1,134

Kenan is more popular, ranked #1134 vs #1149 for Genesis.

Is Genesis or Kenan more popular?

Kenan is more popular, ranked #1134 compared to Genesis at #1149 in the United States.

What do Genesis and Kenan mean?

Genesis means "beginning, origin" (Hebrew via Greek origin). Kenan means "possession, acquisition" (Hebrew origin).

Are Genesis and Kenan boy or girl names?

Genesis is primarily a boy name. Kenan is primarily a boy name.