Kevin vs Leo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

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Kevin Rank #196

Leo Rank #24

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Kevin or Leo more popular?

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Leo mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin).

Are Kevin and Leo boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Leo is primarily a boy name.