Kevin vs Barrett

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #186 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bear strength, brave as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

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Kevin Rank #196

Barrett Rank #186

Barrett is more popular, ranked #186 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Kevin or Barrett more popular?

Barrett is more popular, ranked #186 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Barrett mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin).

Are Kevin and Barrett boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Barrett is primarily a boy name.