Kevin vs Liem

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

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kevin Rank #196
Liem Rank #5,715

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kevin or Liem more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Liem mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin).

Are Kevin and Liem boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Liem is primarily a boy name.

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