Kent vs Aston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kent

Boy #1,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coastal land, border land"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,636
Total SSA Count
104
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Aston

Boy #1,588 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"east settlement, eastern village"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,588
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kent Rank #1,636
Aston Rank #1,588

Aston is more popular, ranked #1588 vs #1636 for Kent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kent or Aston more popular?

Aston is more popular, ranked #1588 compared to Kent at #1636 in the United States.

What do Kent and Aston mean?

Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin). Aston means "east settlement, eastern village" (Old English origin).

Are Kent and Aston boy or girl names?

Kent is primarily a boy name. Aston is primarily a boy name.

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