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Toby vs Kellan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Toby

Boy #1,106 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is good"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,106
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kellan

Boy #919 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, bright-headed"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#919
Total SSA Count
252
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Toby Rank #1,106
Kellan Rank #919

Kellan is more popular, ranked #919 vs #1106 for Toby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Toby or Kellan more popular?

Kellan is more popular, ranked #919 compared to Toby at #1106 in the United States.

What do Toby and Kellan mean?

Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin). Kellan means "slender, bright-headed" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Toby and Kellan boy or girl names?

Toby is primarily a boy name. Kellan is primarily a boy name.

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