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Kellen vs Gus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kellen

Boy #1,031 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, narrow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic 'caol'

Cultural Roots

Irish American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,031
Total SSA Count
216
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Gus

Boy #1,216 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"great, venerable"

Origin: Latin (Augustus)

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,216
Total SSA Count
166
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kellen Rank #1,031
Gus Rank #1,216

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 vs #1216 for Gus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kellen or Gus more popular?

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 compared to Gus at #1216 in the United States.

What do Kellen and Gus mean?

Kellen means "slender, narrow" (Irish Gaelic 'caol' origin). Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin).

Are Kellen and Gus boy or girl names?

Kellen is primarily a boy name. Gus is primarily a boy name.

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