Kevin vs Grant

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#196
Total SSA Count
1,822
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Grant

Boy #241 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"large, great"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#241
Total SSA Count
1,453
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kevin Rank #196
Grant Rank #241

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #241 for Grant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kevin or Grant more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Grant mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin).

Are Kevin and Grant boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Grant is primarily a boy name.

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