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Kent vs Haven

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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Popularity Comparison

Kent Rank #1,636
Haven Rank #1,482

Haven is more popular, ranked #1482 vs #1636 for Kent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kent or Haven more popular?

Haven is more popular, ranked #1482 compared to Kent at #1636 in the United States.

What do Kent and Haven mean?

Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin). Haven means "safe harbor, place of refuge" (Old English origin).

Are Kent and Haven boy or girl names?

Kent is primarily a boy name. Haven is primarily a boy name.

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