Dylan vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

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Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Dylan Rank #28

Kevin Rank #196

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Dylan or Kevin more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Dylan and Kevin mean?

Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Dylan and Kevin boy or girl names?

Dylan is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.