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  KEVIN

The meaning of the unisex name Kevin is ATTRACTIVE.

Details on KEVIN:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Gentle
Popularity for Boy:
362nd in the USA (top 5%)
Popularity for Girl:
28,075th in the USA (bottom 40%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

1,822 births
KEVIN as a BOY in 2024
5 births
KEVIN as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of KEVIN:

The name Kevin is a Celtic baby name. In Celtic the meaning of the name Kevin is: Gentle.
Celtic meaning
The name Kevin is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Kevin is: Gentle.
American meaning
The name Kevin is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Kevin is: Attractive.
Gaelic meaning
The name Kevin is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Kevin is: Handsome by birth. 6th-century hermit St Kevin founded a monastery at Glendalough in County Wicklow.Kevin was only used in Ireland until the 20th century, and now is in common use in most English-speaking countries.
Irish meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for KEVIN:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name KEVIN

 KEVIN as a boy

YearBoy Births
20241822 births
20231919 births
20222077 births
20212109 births
20202384 births
20192622 births
20183143 births
20173805 births
20164538 births
20155170 births
20145891 births
20135934 births
20126221 births
20116560 births
20107323 births
20098770 births

 KEVIN as a girl

YearGirl Births
20245 births
20208 births
20178 births
20166 births
201514 births
201414 births
201310 births
20127 births
201115 births
20107 births
200921 births
200811 births
200723 births
200627 births
200531 births
200446 births

About the name KEVIN

Kevin, a name steeped in history and warmth, traces its roots to the Irish name "Caoimhín," meaning "gentle" or "handsome." This endearing moniker carries with it the echoes of ancient Irish saints, most notably Saint Kevin, the revered founder of the monastic settlement in Glendalough, whose legacy of wisdom and serenity still lingers in the emerald hills of Ireland. In contemporary times, Kevin has blossomed across various cultures, embraced in English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, where it became particularly popular in the mid-20th century. Its versatility transcends borders, resonating with families in France, where it has been adapted as "Kévin," and in Spain and Latin America, where its charm finds a welcoming embrace. Often associated with qualities of kindness, leadership, and creativity, Kevin evokes an image of a supportive friend and a steadfast companion. To name your child Kevin is to gift them a name woven with history, embodying gentleness and strength, making it a timeless choice for a new generation.

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