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Kegan vs Aric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kegan

Boy #4,396 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"small flame, little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,396
Total SSA Count
24
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Aric

Boy #4,456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eternal ruler"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,456
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kegan Rank #4,396
Aric Rank #4,456

Kegan is more popular, ranked #4396 vs #4456 for Aric.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kegan or Aric more popular?

Kegan is more popular, ranked #4396 compared to Aric at #4456 in the United States.

What do Kegan and Aric mean?

Kegan means "small flame, little fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Aric means "eternal ruler" (Old Norse origin).

Are Kegan and Aric boy or girl names?

Kegan is primarily a boy name. Aric is primarily a boy name.

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