Rowan vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rowan

Boy #71 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little red-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish British American

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Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

English Irish American German French

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Rowan Rank #71

Kevin Rank #196

Rowan is more popular, ranked #71 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Rowan or Kevin more popular?

Rowan is more popular, ranked #71 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Rowan and Kevin mean?

Rowan means "little red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Rowan and Kevin boy or girl names?

Rowan is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.