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Hiro vs Kenton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hiro

Boy #2,121 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"generous, tolerant"

Origin: Japanese kanji 寛

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Japanese-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,121
Total SSA Count
70
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiro Rank #2,121
Kenton Rank #2,115

Kenton is more popular, ranked #2115 vs #2121 for Hiro.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiro or Kenton more popular?

Kenton is more popular, ranked #2115 compared to Hiro at #2121 in the United States.

What do Hiro and Kenton mean?

Hiro means "generous, tolerant" (Japanese kanji 寛 origin). Kenton means "royal settlement, king's town" (Old English origin).

Are Hiro and Kenton boy or girl names?

Hiro is primarily a boy name. Kenton is primarily a boy name.

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