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Kent vs Meyer

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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Meyer

Boy #1,815 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"farmer, estate steward"

Origin: German

Cultural Roots

Jewish German American Ashkenazi Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,815
Total SSA Count
89
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kent Rank #1,636
Meyer Rank #1,815

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 vs #1815 for Meyer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kent or Meyer more popular?

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 compared to Meyer at #1815 in the United States.

What do Kent and Meyer mean?

Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin). Meyer means "farmer, estate steward" (German origin).

Are Kent and Meyer boy or girl names?

Kent is primarily a boy name. Meyer is primarily a boy name.

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