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Kenny vs Nickolas

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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Popularity Comparison

Kenny Rank #1,355
Nickolas Rank #1,548

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 vs #1548 for Nickolas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenny or Nickolas more popular?

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 compared to Nickolas at #1548 in the United States.

What do Kenny and Nickolas mean?

Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Nickolas means "victory of the people" (Greek (nike + laos) origin).

Are Kenny and Nickolas boy or girl names?

Kenny is primarily a boy name. Nickolas is primarily a boy name.

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