Harry vs Keegan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Keegan

Boy #595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Egan, little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin)

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#595
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Harry Rank #780
Keegan Rank #595

Keegan is more popular, ranked #595 vs #780 for Harry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Keegan more popular?

Keegan is more popular, ranked #595 compared to Harry at #780 in the United States.

What do Harry and Keegan mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Keegan means "son of Egan, little fire" (Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin) origin).

Are Harry and Keegan boy or girl names?

Harry is primarily a boy name. Keegan is primarily a boy name.

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