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Kent vs Coby

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

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Coby

Boy #1,590 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who replaces another"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,590
Total SSA Count
108
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kent Rank #1,636
Coby Rank #1,590

Coby is more popular, ranked #1590 vs #1636 for Kent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kent or Coby more popular?

Coby is more popular, ranked #1590 compared to Kent at #1636 in the United States.

What do Kent and Coby mean?

Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin). Coby means "supplanter, one who replaces another" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kent and Coby boy or girl names?

Kent is primarily a boy name. Coby is primarily a boy name.

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