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Kent vs Eamon

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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Eamon

Boy #1,504 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy protector"

Origin: Old English via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,504
Total SSA Count
119
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kent Rank #1,636
Eamon Rank #1,504

Eamon is more popular, ranked #1504 vs #1636 for Kent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kent or Eamon more popular?

Eamon is more popular, ranked #1504 compared to Kent at #1636 in the United States.

What do Kent and Eamon mean?

Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin). Eamon means "wealthy protector" (Old English via Irish origin).

Are Kent and Eamon boy or girl names?

Kent is primarily a boy name. Eamon is primarily a boy name.

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