Kevin vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Kevin Rank #196

Walter Rank #271

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Kevin or Walter more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Walter mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Kevin and Walter boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.