Cade vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cade

Boy #272 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round barrel, lump"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#272
Total SSA Count
1,260
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#196
Total SSA Count
1,822
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cade Rank #272
Kevin Rank #196

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #272 for Cade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cade or Kevin more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Cade at #272 in the United States.

What do Cade and Kevin mean?

Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cade and Kevin boy or girl names?

Cade is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.

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