Kevin vs Edwin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

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Kevin Rank #196

Edwin Rank #383

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #383 for Edwin.

Is Kevin or Edwin more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Edwin mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Kevin and Edwin boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.