Kenny vs Deon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenny

Boy #1,355 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"born of fire (head of fire)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,355
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Deon

Boy #1,316 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine, of Zeus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American African American English Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,316
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kenny Rank #1,355
Deon Rank #1,316

Deon is more popular, ranked #1316 vs #1355 for Kenny.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenny or Deon more popular?

Deon is more popular, ranked #1316 compared to Kenny at #1355 in the United States.

What do Kenny and Deon mean?

Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Deon means "divine, of Zeus" (Greek origin).

Are Kenny and Deon boy or girl names?

Kenny is primarily a boy name. Deon is primarily a boy name.

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