Oliver vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oliver

Boy #3 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Oliver Rank #3

Kevin Rank #196

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Oliver or Kevin more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Oliver and Kevin mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Oliver and Kevin boy or girl names?

Oliver is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.