Cameron vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cameron

Boy #66 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"crooked river, winding stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#66
Total SSA Count
4,817
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

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

Cameron Rank #66
Kevin Rank #196

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 vs #196 for Kevin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cameron or Kevin more popular?

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Cameron and Kevin mean?

Cameron means "crooked river, winding stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cameron and Kevin boy or girl names?

Cameron is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.

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