Kevin vs Malcolm

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #314 Most Popular 2 Syllables

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Kevin Rank #196

Malcolm Rank #314

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #314 for Malcolm.

Is Kevin or Malcolm more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Malcolm at #314 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Malcolm mean?

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

Are Kevin and Malcolm boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Malcolm is primarily a boy name.