Kevin vs Alan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

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Kevin Rank #196

Alan Rank #167

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Kevin or Alan more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Alan mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin).

Are Kevin and Alan boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Alan is primarily a boy name.