Kevin
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Kind, gentle, or handsome
Origin: Irish
Popularity: Ranked #221 in 2025 with 1,628 babies born.
History: Kevin is the anglicized form of the Irish 'Caoimhín,' derived from 'caomh,' meaning kind, gentle, or handsome. Saint Kevin of Glendalough was a 6th-century Irish monk famous for his ascetic lifestyle and deep connection with nature. The name became extremely popular in the English-speaking world during the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States and Britain.
Famous people named Kevin: Kevin Hart (comedian), Kevin Durant (basketball player), Kevin Costner (actor)
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Kevin? About 1 in 2,045 babies born in 2025 were named Kevin, or roughly 4.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kevin
What does the name Kevin mean?
Kevin means “Kind, gentle, or handsome” from Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Kevin?
Kevin has Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “Kind, gentle, or handsome”.
How popular is Kevin?
Kevin ranked #221 in 2025 — given to 1,628 babies that year.
When was Kevin most popular?
Kevin peaked in 1963 with 30,611 babies registered that year.
Is Kevin a boy or girl name?
Kevin is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Kevins in registered births are male.
Is the name Kevin rising or falling in popularity?
Kevin has risen 10876 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #11097 in 2020 to #221 in 2025.
How long has Kevin been recorded?
Kevin appears in birth records across 114 years — from 1912 through 2025.