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Kenny vs Mayson

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

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Mayson

Boy #1,331 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"stone worker"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,331
Total SSA Count
144
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kenny Rank #1,355
Mayson Rank #1,331

Mayson is more popular, ranked #1331 vs #1355 for Kenny.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenny or Mayson more popular?

Mayson is more popular, ranked #1331 compared to Kenny at #1355 in the United States.

What do Kenny and Mayson mean?

Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Mayson means "stone worker" (Old French via English origin).

Are Kenny and Mayson boy or girl names?

Kenny is primarily a boy name. Mayson is primarily a boy name.

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