Kegan vs Chadwick

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

Chadwick

Boy #4,416 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior's settlement, warrior's town"

Origin: Old English ceadd + wic

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,416
Total SSA Count
24
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Kegan Rank #4,396
Chadwick Rank #4,416

Kegan is more popular, ranked #4396 vs #4416 for Chadwick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kegan or Chadwick more popular?

Kegan is more popular, ranked #4396 compared to Chadwick at #4416 in the United States.

What do Kegan and Chadwick mean?

Kegan means "small flame, little fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Chadwick means "warrior's settlement, warrior's town" (Old English ceadd + wic origin).

Are Kegan and Chadwick boy or girl names?

Kegan is primarily a boy name. Chadwick is primarily a boy name.

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