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Jasper vs Kenneth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jasper

Boy #133 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"treasurer, keeper of treasure"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

English Dutch German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#133
Total SSA Count
2,750
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kenneth

Boy #284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome; fair one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach)

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#284
Total SSA Count
1,186
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jasper Rank #133
Kenneth Rank #284

Jasper is more popular, ranked #133 vs #284 for Kenneth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jasper or Kenneth more popular?

Jasper is more popular, ranked #133 compared to Kenneth at #284 in the United States.

What do Jasper and Kenneth mean?

Jasper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin). Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin).

Are Jasper and Kenneth boy or girl names?

Jasper is primarily a boy name. Kenneth is primarily a boy name.

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