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Kellan vs Duncan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kellan

Boy #919 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, bright-headed"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#919
Total SSA Count
252
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Duncan

Boy #1,104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,104
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kellan Rank #919
Duncan Rank #1,104

Kellan is more popular, ranked #919 vs #1104 for Duncan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kellan or Duncan more popular?

Kellan is more popular, ranked #919 compared to Duncan at #1104 in the United States.

What do Kellan and Duncan mean?

Kellan means "slender, bright-headed" (Irish Gaelic origin). Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kellan and Duncan boy or girl names?

Kellan is primarily a boy name. Duncan is primarily a boy name.

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