Smith vs Kip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

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Smith Rank #1,580

Kip Rank #1,457

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 vs #1580 for Smith.

Is Smith or Kip more popular?

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Smith and Kip mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin).

Are Smith and Kip boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Kip is primarily a boy name.