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Peyton vs Keegan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keegan

Boy #595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Egan, little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin)

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#595
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Peyton Rank #659
Keegan Rank #595

Keegan is more popular, ranked #595 vs #659 for Peyton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peyton or Keegan more popular?

Keegan is more popular, ranked #595 compared to Peyton at #659 in the United States.

What do Peyton and Keegan mean?

Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin). Keegan means "son of Egan, little fire" (Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin) origin).

Are Peyton and Keegan boy or girl names?

Peyton is primarily a boy name. Keegan is primarily a boy name.

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