Ken vs Aire

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ken

Boy #3,299 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"handsome, born of fire"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,299
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ken Rank #3,299
Aire Rank #3,397

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 vs #3397 for Aire.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ken or Aire more popular?

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 compared to Aire at #3397 in the United States.

What do Ken and Aire mean?

Ken means "handsome, born of fire" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Aire means "air, breath of life" (English origin).

Are Ken and Aire boy or girl names?

Ken is primarily a boy name. Aire is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons