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Kit vs Legacy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kit

Boy #1,154 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pure (short for Catherine)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,154
Total SSA Count
182
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Legacy

Boy #956 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"inheritance, bequest"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American African-American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#956
Total SSA Count
237
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kit Rank #1,154
Legacy Rank #956

Legacy is more popular, ranked #956 vs #1154 for Kit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kit or Legacy more popular?

Legacy is more popular, ranked #956 compared to Kit at #1154 in the United States.

What do Kit and Legacy mean?

Kit means "pure (short for Catherine)" (Greek origin). Legacy means "inheritance, bequest" (Latin origin).

Are Kit and Legacy boy or girl names?

Kit is primarily a boy name. Legacy is primarily a boy name.

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