Kent vs Taylen

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

Taylen

Boy #1,518 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tailor, cutter of cloth"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,518
Total SSA Count
117
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kent Rank #1,636
Taylen Rank #1,518

Taylen is more popular, ranked #1518 vs #1636 for Kent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kent or Taylen more popular?

Taylen is more popular, ranked #1518 compared to Kent at #1636 in the United States.

What do Kent and Taylen mean?

Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin). Taylen means "tailor, cutter of cloth" (Old French via English origin).

Are Kent and Taylen boy or girl names?

Kent is primarily a boy name. Taylen is primarily a boy name.

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