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Kenneth vs Baylor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenneth

Boy #284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome; fair one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach)

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#284
Total SSA Count
1,186
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kenneth Rank #284
Baylor Rank #366

Kenneth is more popular, ranked #284 vs #366 for Baylor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenneth or Baylor more popular?

Kenneth is more popular, ranked #284 compared to Baylor at #366 in the United States.

What do Kenneth and Baylor mean?

Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin). Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin).

Are Kenneth and Baylor boy or girl names?

Kenneth is primarily a boy name. Baylor is primarily a boy name.

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