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Heath vs Kellan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Heath

Boy #852 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"heathland, open moorland"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#852
Total SSA Count
284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kellan

Boy #919 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, bright-headed"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#919
Total SSA Count
252
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Heath Rank #852
Kellan Rank #919

Heath is more popular, ranked #852 vs #919 for Kellan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heath or Kellan more popular?

Heath is more popular, ranked #852 compared to Kellan at #919 in the United States.

What do Heath and Kellan mean?

Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin). Kellan means "slender, bright-headed" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Heath and Kellan boy or girl names?

Heath is primarily a boy name. Kellan is primarily a boy name.

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