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Simon vs Kevin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#251
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Simon Rank #251
Kevin Rank #196

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Kevin more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Kevin mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Simon and Kevin boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Kevin is primarily a boy name.

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