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Kean vs Davidson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kean

Boy #5,607 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ancient, enduring"

Origin: Old Irish cian

Cultural Roots

Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,607
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Kean Rank #5,607
Davidson Rank #5,723

Kean is more popular, ranked #5607 vs #5723 for Davidson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kean or Davidson more popular?

Kean is more popular, ranked #5607 compared to Davidson at #5723 in the United States.

What do Kean and Davidson mean?

Kean means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish cian origin). Davidson means "son of David" (English patronymic origin).

Are Kean and Davidson boy or girl names?

Kean is primarily a boy name. Davidson is primarily a boy name.

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