Kenneth vs Elliot

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

Elliot

Boy #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#150
Total SSA Count
2,370
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kenneth Rank #284
Elliot Rank #150

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #284 for Kenneth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenneth or Elliot more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Kenneth at #284 in the United States.

What do Kenneth and Elliot mean?

Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin). Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Kenneth and Elliot boy or girl names?

Kenneth is primarily a boy name. Elliot is primarily a boy name.

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