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Ward vs Kaz

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ward

Boy #3,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"guardian, watchman"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,309
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kaz

Boy #3,307 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"peace-keeper, destroyer of enemies' glory"

Origin: Slavic

Cultural Roots

Polish Japanese English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,307
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ward Rank #3,309
Kaz Rank #3,307

Kaz is more popular, ranked #3307 vs #3309 for Ward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ward or Kaz more popular?

Kaz is more popular, ranked #3307 compared to Ward at #3309 in the United States.

What do Ward and Kaz mean?

Ward means "guardian, watchman" (Old English origin). Kaz means "peace-keeper, destroyer of enemies' glory" (Slavic origin).

Are Ward and Kaz boy or girl names?

Ward is primarily a boy name. Kaz is primarily a boy name.

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