Jessica vs Kennedi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kennedi

Girl #685 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ugly-headed (original Gaelic)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#685
Total SSA Count
414
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ken, Kenn, Kenna

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Jessica Rank #574
Kennedi Rank #685

Jessica is more popular, ranked #574 vs #685 for Kennedi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jessica ___

  • Jessica Marie
  • Jessica Lynn
  • Jessica Anne
  • Jessica Nicole
  • Jessica Elizabeth
  • Jessica Claire

Kennedi ___

  • Kennedi Grace
  • Kennedi Rose
  • Kennedi Mae
  • Kennedi Ann
  • Kennedi Claire
  • Kennedi Leigh

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jessica

Jennifer Ashley Michael Christopher Stephanie

If you choose Kennedi

Reagan Peyton Quinn Riley Harper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jessica or Kennedi more popular?

Jessica is more popular, ranked #574 compared to Kennedi at #685 in the United States.

What do Jessica and Kennedi mean?

Jessica means "God beholds, foresight" (Hebrew origin). Kennedi means "ugly-headed (original Gaelic)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Jessica and Kennedi boy or girl names?

Jessica is primarily a girl name. Kennedi is primarily a girl name.

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