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Sidney vs Kenny

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sidney

Boy #1,374 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Saint Denis"

Origin: Anglo-Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,374
Total SSA Count
137
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Sidney Rank #1,374
Kenny Rank #1,355

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 vs #1374 for Sidney.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sidney or Kenny more popular?

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 compared to Sidney at #1374 in the United States.

What do Sidney and Kenny mean?

Sidney means "from Saint Denis" (Anglo-Norman French origin). Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Sidney and Kenny boy or girl names?

Sidney is primarily a boy name. Kenny is primarily a boy name.

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