James vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

English Irish American German French

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James Rank #5

Kevin Rank #196

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is James or Kevin more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do James and Kevin mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are James and Kevin boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.