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Kevin vs Milo

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

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Milo

Boy #120 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#120
Total SSA Count
2,988
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kevin Rank #196
Milo Rank #120

Milo is more popular, ranked #120 vs #196 for Kevin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kevin or Milo more popular?

Milo is more popular, ranked #120 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Milo mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Milo means "soldier, merciful" (Germanic origin).

Are Kevin and Milo boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Milo is primarily a boy name.

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