Smith vs Kennedy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #1,744 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"helmeted chief; armored head"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish American Scottish

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Smith Rank #1,580

Kennedy Rank #1,744

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 vs #1744 for Kennedy.

Is Smith or Kennedy more popular?

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 compared to Kennedy at #1744 in the United States.

What do Smith and Kennedy mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Kennedy means "helmeted chief; armored head" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Smith and Kennedy boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Kennedy is primarily a boy name.