Kevin vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #31 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"beloved, darling"

Origin: Hebrew Dawid from dod

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Kevin Rank #196

David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Kevin or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Kevin and David mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Kevin and David boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.