Kenan vs Mael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenan

Boy #1,134 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"possession, acquisition"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

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Kenan Rank #1,134

Mael Rank #1,060

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 vs #1134 for Kenan.

Is Kenan or Mael more popular?

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 compared to Kenan at #1134 in the United States.

What do Kenan and Mael mean?

Kenan means "possession, acquisition" (Hebrew origin). Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin).

Are Kenan and Mael boy or girl names?

Kenan is primarily a boy name. Mael is primarily a boy name.