Kevin vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

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Kevin Rank #196

King Rank #343

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #343 for King.

Is Kevin or King more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Kevin and King mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Kevin and King boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.