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Stiles vs Kent

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kent

Boy #1,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coastal land, border land"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,636
Total SSA Count
104
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Stiles Rank #1,713
Kent Rank #1,636

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 vs #1713 for Stiles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stiles or Kent more popular?

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 compared to Stiles at #1713 in the United States.

What do Stiles and Kent mean?

Stiles means "steps over a fence or wall" (Old English origin). Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin).

Are Stiles and Kent boy or girl names?

Stiles is primarily a boy name. Kent is primarily a boy name.

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