Kerry vs Galen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kerry

Boy #2,690 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark, dark-featured"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #2,747 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"calm, tranquil"

Origin: Greek

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Kerry Rank #2,690

Galen Rank #2,747

Kerry is more popular, ranked #2690 vs #2747 for Galen.

Is Kerry or Galen more popular?

Kerry is more popular, ranked #2690 compared to Galen at #2747 in the United States.

What do Kerry and Galen mean?

Kerry means "dark, dark-featured" (Old Irish origin). Galen means "calm, tranquil" (Greek origin).

Are Kerry and Galen boy or girl names?

Kerry is primarily a boy name. Galen is primarily a boy name.