Kevin vs Erick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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✓ All Clear

Boy #333 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever ruler, eternal king"

Origin: Old Norse

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8 High Risk

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Kevin Rank #196

Erick Rank #333

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #333 for Erick.

Is Kevin or Erick more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Erick mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin).

Are Kevin and Erick boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Erick is primarily a boy name.