Kip vs Shaun

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

Shaun

Boy #1,568 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,568
Total SSA Count
110
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kip Rank #1,457
Shaun Rank #1,568

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 vs #1568 for Shaun.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kip or Shaun more popular?

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 compared to Shaun at #1568 in the United States.

What do Kip and Shaun mean?

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

Are Kip and Shaun boy or girl names?

Kip is primarily a boy name. Shaun is primarily a boy name.

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