Homer vs Kenner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Homer

Boy #4,124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledge, hostage"

Origin: Greek

Greek American English

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Boy #4,199 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"born of fire, handsome chief (via Kenneth/Cionaodha)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English American

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Homer Rank #4,124

Kenner Rank #4,199

Homer is more popular, ranked #4124 vs #4199 for Kenner.

Is Homer or Kenner more popular?

Homer is more popular, ranked #4124 compared to Kenner at #4199 in the United States.

What do Homer and Kenner mean?

Homer means "pledge, hostage" (Greek origin). Kenner means "born of fire, handsome chief (via Kenneth/Cionaodha)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Homer and Kenner boy or girl names?

Homer is primarily a boy name. Kenner is primarily a boy name.