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Ken vs Drue

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

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Popularity Comparison

Ken Rank #3,299
Drue Rank #3,176

Drue is more popular, ranked #3176 vs #3299 for Ken.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ken or Drue more popular?

Drue is more popular, ranked #3176 compared to Ken at #3299 in the United States.

What do Ken and Drue mean?

Ken means "handsome, born of fire" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Drue means "manly, courageous, strong" (Greek Andreas origin).

Are Ken and Drue boy or girl names?

Ken is primarily a boy name. Drue is primarily a boy name.

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