Keyvon vs Kenneth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keyvon

Boy #4,919 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gentle birth, born handsome"

Origin: Old Irish Caoimhín

Cultural Roots

American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,919
Total SSA Count
20
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Kenneth

Boy #284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome; fair one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach)

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#284
Total SSA Count
1,186
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Keyvon Rank #4,919
Kenneth Rank #284

Kenneth is more popular, ranked #284 vs #4919 for Keyvon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keyvon or Kenneth more popular?

Kenneth is more popular, ranked #284 compared to Keyvon at #4919 in the United States.

What do Keyvon and Kenneth mean?

Keyvon means "gentle birth, born handsome" (Old Irish Caoimhín origin). Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin).

Are Keyvon and Kenneth boy or girl names?

Keyvon is primarily a boy name. Kenneth is primarily a boy name.

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