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Ken vs Ivory

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
Ivory Rank #3,444

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 vs #3444 for Ivory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ken or Ivory more popular?

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 compared to Ivory at #3444 in the United States.

What do Ken and Ivory mean?

Ken means "handsome, born of fire" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Ivory means "ivory; creamy white material" (English/Latin origin).

Are Ken and Ivory boy or girl names?

Ken is primarily a boy name. Ivory is primarily a boy name.

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