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Ken vs Jeramiah

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
Jeramiah Rank #3,499

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 vs #3499 for Jeramiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ken or Jeramiah more popular?

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 compared to Jeramiah at #3499 in the United States.

What do Ken and Jeramiah mean?

Ken means "handsome, born of fire" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Jeramiah means "God will uplift" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ken and Jeramiah boy or girl names?

Ken is primarily a boy name. Jeramiah is primarily a boy name.

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