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Meyer vs Kent

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Meyer

Boy #1,815 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"farmer, estate steward"

Origin: German

Cultural Roots

Jewish German American Ashkenazi Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,815
Total SSA Count
89
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kent

Boy #1,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coastal land, border land"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,636
Total SSA Count
104
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Meyer Rank #1,815
Kent Rank #1,636

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 vs #1815 for Meyer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meyer or Kent more popular?

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 compared to Meyer at #1815 in the United States.

What do Meyer and Kent mean?

Meyer means "farmer, estate steward" (German origin). Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin).

Are Meyer and Kent boy or girl names?

Meyer is primarily a boy name. Kent is primarily a boy name.

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