Kevin vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

English Irish American German French

✓ All Clear

Boy #221 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"patrician, of noble birth"

Origin: Latin

Irish English Scottish American

8 High Risk

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Kevin Rank #196

Patrick Rank #221

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #221 for Patrick.

Is Kevin or Patrick more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Patrick mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Kevin and Patrick boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.