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Kevin vs Bryce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#196
Total SSA Count
1,822
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bryce

Boy #297 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"speckled, freckled"

Origin: Gaulish/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#297
Total SSA Count
1,127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kevin Rank #196
Bryce Rank #297

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #297 for Bryce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kevin or Bryce more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Bryce at #297 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Bryce mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Bryce means "speckled, freckled" (Gaulish/Celtic origin).

Are Kevin and Bryce boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Bryce is primarily a boy name.

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