Kenny vs Mala

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenny

Boy #1,355 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"born of fire (head of fire)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,355
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ken

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kenny Rank #1,355
Mala Rank #7,321

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 vs #7321 for Mala.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kenny ___

  • Kenny James
  • Kenny Michael
  • Kenny Robert
  • Kenny Lee
  • Kenny Ray
  • Kenny Thomas

Mala ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kenny

Tammy Bobby Donnie Lynda Johnny

If you choose Mala

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenny or Mala more popular?

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 compared to Mala at #7321 in the United States.

What do Kenny and Mala mean?

Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kenny and Mala boy or girl names?

Kenny is primarily a boy name. Mala is primarily a girl name.

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