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Ken vs Ken

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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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
Ken Rank #3,299

Both names share the same popularity rank of #3299.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ken or Ken more popular?

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

What do Ken and Ken mean?

Ken means "handsome, born of fire" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Ken means "handsome, born of fire" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ken and Ken boy or girl names?

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

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