Kent vs Davon

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

Davon

Boy #1,567 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved (David) + valley (Devon)"

Origin: American English

Cultural Roots

African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,567
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kent Rank #1,636
Davon Rank #1,567

Davon is more popular, ranked #1567 vs #1636 for Kent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kent or Davon more popular?

Davon is more popular, ranked #1567 compared to Kent at #1636 in the United States.

What do Kent and Davon mean?

Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin). Davon means "beloved (David) + valley (Devon)" (American English origin).

Are Kent and Davon boy or girl names?

Kent is primarily a boy name. Davon is primarily a boy name.

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