Kip vs Kenny

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenny

Boy #1,355 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"born of fire (head of fire)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,355
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kip Rank #1,457
Kenny Rank #1,355

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 vs #1457 for Kip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kip or Kenny more popular?

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 compared to Kip at #1457 in the United States.

What do Kip and Kenny mean?

Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin). Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kip and Kenny boy or girl names?

Kip is primarily a boy name. Kenny is primarily a boy name.

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