Kevin vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Kevin Rank #196

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Kevin or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Leon mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Kevin and Leon boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.