Kevin vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Kevin Rank #196

Derek Rank #258

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Kevin or Derek more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Derek mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Kevin and Derek boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.