Kenan vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harold

Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#991
Total SSA Count
227
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kenan Rank #1,134
Harold Rank #991

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #1134 for Kenan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenan or Harold more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Kenan at #1134 in the United States.

What do Kenan and Harold mean?

Kenan means "possession, acquisition" (Hebrew origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Kenan and Harold boy or girl names?

Kenan is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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