Brandon vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brandon

Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Brandon Rank #230

Kevin Rank #196

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Brandon or Kevin more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Kevin mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Brandon and Kevin boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.