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Kenner vs Wilhelm

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenner

Boy #4,199 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"born of fire, handsome chief (via Kenneth/Cionaodha)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,199
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kenner Rank #4,199
Wilhelm Rank #4,266

Kenner is more popular, ranked #4199 vs #4266 for Wilhelm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenner or Wilhelm more popular?

Kenner is more popular, ranked #4199 compared to Wilhelm at #4266 in the United States.

What do Kenner and Wilhelm mean?

Kenner means "born of fire, handsome chief (via Kenneth/Cionaodha)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin).

Are Kenner and Wilhelm boy or girl names?

Kenner is primarily a boy name. Wilhelm is primarily a boy name.

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