Kegan vs Righteous

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Righteous

Boy #4,344 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"morally right, virtuous, just"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American African American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,344
Total SSA Count
24
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kegan Rank #4,396
Righteous Rank #4,344

Righteous is more popular, ranked #4344 vs #4396 for Kegan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kegan or Righteous more popular?

Righteous is more popular, ranked #4344 compared to Kegan at #4396 in the United States.

What do Kegan and Righteous mean?

Kegan means "small flame, little fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Righteous means "morally right, virtuous, just" (Old English origin).

Are Kegan and Righteous boy or girl names?

Kegan is primarily a boy name. Righteous is primarily a boy name.

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