Gerald vs Kenny

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerald

Boy #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English Irish American

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Boy #1,355 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"born of fire (head of fire)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish English American

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Kenny Rank #1,355

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1355 for Kenny.

Is Gerald or Kenny more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Kenny at #1355 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Kenny mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gerald and Kenny boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Kenny is primarily a boy name.