Glenn vs Kip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Kip

Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,457
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Glenn Rank #1,366
Kip Rank #1,457

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 vs #1457 for Kip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenn or Kip more popular?

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 compared to Kip at #1457 in the United States.

What do Glenn and Kip mean?

Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin).

Are Glenn and Kip boy or girl names?

Glenn is primarily a boy name. Kip is primarily a boy name.

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