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Gray vs Kenny

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenny

Boy #1,355 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"born of fire (head of fire)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,355
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gray Rank #1,342
Kenny Rank #1,355

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 vs #1355 for Kenny.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gray or Kenny more popular?

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 compared to Kenny at #1355 in the United States.

What do Gray and Kenny mean?

Gray means "the color gray" (Old English origin). Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gray and Kenny boy or girl names?

Gray is primarily a boy name. Kenny is primarily a boy name.

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