Boy Name · Irish Origin
Kevin
Considering Kevin? It is a boy name whose meaning is "Gentle, handsome birth", rooted in Irish naming tradition, and ranks in our Top 100 popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Keevin.
Kevin meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Gentle, handsome birth
Origin: Irish naming roots help connect Kevin to related Irish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Kevin as K·E·V·I·N, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Kevin is a widely-loved, instantly-recognizable pick in the Top 100 tier.
Kevin variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Kevina, Kevine, Keviny, Kevi.
- Nicknames: Kev and K.
- Middle names: Pair Kevin with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Kevin middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Keevin, Kavin, Keven, Kevan, Kevon — full picks on the sibling names for Kevin guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Kevin? Browse our names like Kevin guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Kevin
What does the name Kevin mean?
Kevin means "Gentle, handsome birth" and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of Kevin?
Kevin originates in Irish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Kevin?
Kevin has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Kevin a boy's or girl's name?
Kevin is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Kevin in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Kevin sits in the Top 100 tier — a widely-loved, instantly-recognizable pick.
What names are similar to Kevin?
Names that share Kevin's sound and style include Keevin, Kavin, Keven, Kevan, Kevon.
What middle names pair well with Kevin?
Good middle-name fits for Kevin pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Kevin is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Kevin is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Kevin?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Kevin share its rhythm without rhyming — Keevin, Kavin, Keven all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.