Kenneth vs Brody

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

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kenneth Rank #284
Brody Rank #224

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 vs #284 for Kenneth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenneth or Brody more popular?

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 compared to Kenneth at #284 in the United States.

What do Kenneth and Brody mean?

Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin). Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kenneth and Brody boy or girl names?

Kenneth is primarily a boy name. Brody is primarily a boy name.

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