Matthew vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matthew

Boy #33 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh

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Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Matthew Rank #33

Kevin Rank #196

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Matthew or Kevin more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Kevin mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Matthew and Kevin boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.