Joshua vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joshua

Boy #57 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"may God deliver"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Joshua Rank #57

Kevin Rank #196

Joshua is more popular, ranked #57 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Joshua or Kevin more popular?

Joshua is more popular, ranked #57 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Joshua and Kevin mean?

Joshua means "may God deliver" (Hebrew origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Joshua and Kevin boy or girl names?

Joshua is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.