Kevin vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Kevin Rank #196

Brandon Rank #230

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Kevin or Brandon more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Brandon mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Kevin and Brandon boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.