Kevin vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

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Kevin Rank #196

Arlo Rank #146

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Kevin or Arlo more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Arlo mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Kevin and Arlo boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.