Kevin vs Wade

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

Wade

Boy #341 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"at the ford"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#341
Total SSA Count
1,009
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kevin Rank #196
Wade Rank #341

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #341 for Wade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kevin or Wade more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Wade at #341 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Wade mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Wade means "at the ford" (Old English origin).

Are Kevin and Wade boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Wade is primarily a boy name.

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