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Jared vs Kayce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jared

Boy #394 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he who descends, descent"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Mormon/LDS Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#394
Total SSA Count
828
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jared Rank #394
Kayce Rank #420

Jared is more popular, ranked #394 vs #420 for Kayce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jared or Kayce more popular?

Jared is more popular, ranked #394 compared to Kayce at #420 in the United States.

What do Jared and Kayce mean?

Jared means "he who descends, descent" (Hebrew origin). Kayce means "alert, watchful, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Jared and Kayce boy or girl names?

Jared is primarily a boy name. Kayce is primarily a boy name.

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