Tilden vs Ken

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ken

Boy #3,299 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"handsome, born of fire"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,299
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Tilden Rank #3,105
Ken Rank #3,299

Tilden is more popular, ranked #3105 vs #3299 for Ken.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tilden or Ken more popular?

Tilden is more popular, ranked #3105 compared to Ken at #3299 in the United States.

What do Tilden and Ken mean?

Tilden means "fertile valley dweller" (Old English origin). Ken means "handsome, born of fire" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Tilden and Ken boy or girl names?

Tilden is primarily a boy name. Ken is primarily a boy name.

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