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Keaton vs Kellen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kellen

Boy #1,031 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, narrow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic 'caol'

Cultural Roots

Irish American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,031
Total SSA Count
216
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Keaton Rank #844
Kellen Rank #1,031

Keaton is more popular, ranked #844 vs #1031 for Kellen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keaton or Kellen more popular?

Keaton is more popular, ranked #844 compared to Kellen at #1031 in the United States.

What do Keaton and Kellen mean?

Keaton means "place of hawks, kite's settlement" (Old English origin). Kellen means "slender, narrow" (Irish Gaelic 'caol' origin).

Are Keaton and Kellen boy or girl names?

Keaton is primarily a boy name. Kellen is primarily a boy name.

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