Miles vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miles

Boy #37 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, warrior"

Origin: Latin miles meaning soldier

Cultural Roots

English Latin Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#37
Total SSA Count
6,611
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Miles Rank #37
Kevin Rank #196

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 vs #196 for Kevin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Miles or Kevin more popular?

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Miles and Kevin mean?

Miles means "soldier, warrior" (Latin miles meaning soldier origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Miles and Kevin boy or girl names?

Miles is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.

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