Kenny vs Eddy

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

Eddy

Boy #1,527 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Belgian Dutch Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,527
Total SSA Count
115
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kenny Rank #1,355
Eddy Rank #1,527

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 vs #1527 for Eddy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenny or Eddy more popular?

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 compared to Eddy at #1527 in the United States.

What do Kenny and Eddy mean?

Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Eddy means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin).

Are Kenny and Eddy boy or girl names?

Kenny is primarily a boy name. Eddy is primarily a boy name.

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