Kevin vs Edward

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Kevin Rank #196

Edward Rank #228

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Kevin or Edward more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Edward mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin).

Are Kevin and Edward boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Edward is primarily a boy name.