Kevin vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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Kevin Rank #196

Steven Rank #269

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #269 for Steven.

Is Kevin or Steven more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Steven mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Kevin and Steven boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.