Kenneth vs Elliott

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

Elliott

Boy #163 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#163
Total SSA Count
2,219
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kenneth Rank #284
Elliott Rank #163

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 vs #284 for Kenneth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenneth or Elliott more popular?

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 compared to Kenneth at #284 in the United States.

What do Kenneth and Elliott mean?

Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin). Elliott means "Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Old French origin).

Are Kenneth and Elliott boy or girl names?

Kenneth is primarily a boy name. Elliott is primarily a boy name.

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