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Toby vs Kellen

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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Kellen

Boy #1,031 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, narrow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic 'caol'

Cultural Roots

Irish American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,031
Total SSA Count
216
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Toby Rank #1,106
Kellen Rank #1,031

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 vs #1106 for Toby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Toby or Kellen more popular?

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 compared to Toby at #1106 in the United States.

What do Toby and Kellen mean?

Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin). Kellen means "slender, narrow" (Irish Gaelic 'caol' origin).

Are Toby and Kellen boy or girl names?

Toby is primarily a boy name. Kellen is primarily a boy name.

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