Keegan vs Benson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keegan

Boy #595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Egan, little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin)

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#595
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Keegan Rank #595
Benson Rank #436

Benson is more popular, ranked #436 vs #595 for Keegan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keegan or Benson more popular?

Benson is more popular, ranked #436 compared to Keegan at #595 in the United States.

What do Keegan and Benson mean?

Keegan means "son of Egan, little fire" (Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin) origin). Benson means "son of Benedict/Benjamin" (English origin).

Are Keegan and Benson boy or girl names?

Keegan is primarily a boy name. Benson is primarily a boy name.

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