Hanson vs Kerry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hanson

Boy #2,840 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Hans (John)"

Origin: Scandinavian/German

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,840
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Hanson Rank #2,840
Kerry Rank #2,690

Kerry is more popular, ranked #2690 vs #2840 for Hanson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hanson or Kerry more popular?

Kerry is more popular, ranked #2690 compared to Hanson at #2840 in the United States.

What do Hanson and Kerry mean?

Hanson means "son of Hans (John)" (Scandinavian/German origin). Kerry means "dark, dark-featured" (Old Irish origin).

Are Hanson and Kerry boy or girl names?

Hanson is primarily a boy name. Kerry is primarily a boy name.

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