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Kip vs Chip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kip

Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,457
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Chip

Boy #3,313 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of Richard, man"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,313
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kip Rank #1,457
Chip Rank #3,313

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 vs #3313 for Chip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kip or Chip more popular?

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 compared to Chip at #3313 in the United States.

What do Kip and Chip mean?

Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin). Chip means "son of Richard, man" (Old English origin).

Are Kip and Chip boy or girl names?

Kip is primarily a boy name. Chip is primarily a boy name.

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