Saint vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Saint

Boy #282 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"holy person; one recognized for virtue and closeness to God"

Origin: Latin via Old French

Cultural Roots

American Celebrity culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#282
Total SSA Count
1,195
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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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
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Popularity Comparison

Saint Rank #282
Kevin Rank #196

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #282 for Saint.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saint or Kevin more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Saint at #282 in the United States.

What do Saint and Kevin mean?

Saint means "holy person; one recognized for virtue and closeness to God" (Latin via Old French origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Saint and Kevin boy or girl names?

Saint is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.

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