Kevin vs Eric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Kevin Rank #196

Eric Rank #252

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #252 for Eric.

Is Kevin or Eric more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Eric mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Kevin and Eric boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Eric is primarily a boy name.