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Zed vs Kennan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zed

Boy #6,081 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the Lord is righteous"

Origin: Hebrew (via Zedekiah)

Cultural Roots

English British Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,081
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Zed Rank #6,081
Kennan Rank #6,263

Zed is more popular, ranked #6081 vs #6263 for Kennan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zed or Kennan more popular?

Zed is more popular, ranked #6081 compared to Kennan at #6263 in the United States.

What do Zed and Kennan mean?

Zed means "the Lord is righteous" (Hebrew (via Zedekiah) origin). Kennan means "possession, acquired" (Hebrew origin).

Are Zed and Kennan boy or girl names?

Zed is primarily a boy name. Kennan is primarily a boy name.

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