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Kip vs Hans

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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Hans

Boy #1,325 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch Scandinavian Swiss

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,325
Total SSA Count
145
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kip Rank #1,457
Hans Rank #1,325

Hans is more popular, ranked #1325 vs #1457 for Kip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kip or Hans more popular?

Hans is more popular, ranked #1325 compared to Kip at #1457 in the United States.

What do Kip and Hans mean?

Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin). Hans means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Germanic origin).

Are Kip and Hans boy or girl names?

Kip is primarily a boy name. Hans is primarily a boy name.

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