Kegan vs Willy

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

Willy

Boy #4,354 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, determined guardian"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,354
Total SSA Count
24
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

37 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Kegan Rank #4,396
Willy Rank #4,354

Willy is more popular, ranked #4354 vs #4396 for Kegan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kegan or Willy more popular?

Willy is more popular, ranked #4354 compared to Kegan at #4396 in the United States.

What do Kegan and Willy mean?

Kegan means "small flame, little fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Willy means "resolute protector, determined guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Kegan and Willy boy or girl names?

Kegan is primarily a boy name. Willy is primarily a boy name.

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