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Smokey vs Berkeley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smokey

Boy #16,064 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resembling smoke, smoky in quality"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#16,064
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Smokey Rank #16,064
Berkeley Rank #15,488

Berkeley is more popular, ranked #15488 vs #16064 for Smokey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Smokey or Berkeley more popular?

Berkeley is more popular, ranked #15488 compared to Smokey at #16064 in the United States.

What do Smokey and Berkeley mean?

Smokey means "resembling smoke, smoky in quality" (Old English origin). Berkeley means "birch tree clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Smokey and Berkeley boy or girl names?

Smokey is primarily a boy name. Berkeley is primarily a boy name.

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