Kevin vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Kev

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kevin Rank #196
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #196 for Kevin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kevin ___

  • Kevin James
  • Kevin Michael
  • Kevin Patrick
  • Kevin Thomas
  • Kevin Daniel
  • Kevin Joseph

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kevin

Brian Patrick Ryan Megan Erin

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kevin or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Olivia mean?

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

Are Kevin and Olivia boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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