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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Handsome/gentle birth
- Origin
- Irish
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KEV-in
Kevin is a classic Irish boy's name with a meaning of "handsome" or "gentle birth," pronounced KEV-in. It carries a worldly, timeless, classic feel and has been part of Social Security records since 1912.
Meaning & Origin of Kevin
Meaning: Handsome/gentle birth.
Origin: Irish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Kevin
KEV-inIPA /ˈkɛvɪn/
Popularity of Kevin
Kevin peaked at #11 in 1963 with 30,611 babies given the name, and by 2024 it had settled to #196 with 1,822 babies — still very much in use, just far from its mid-century high.
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FAQ
What does the name Kevin mean?
Handsome/gentle birth. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Kevin?
Kevin is pronounced KEV-in (IPA: /ˈkɛvɪn/).
Is Kevin a popular name right now?
Kevin peaked at #11 in 1963 and is ranked #196 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2024.)
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