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Origin, Meaning, And History of Kevin
The name Kevin is of Irish origin and is derived from the word “Caoimhín,” composed of two elements: “coem,” meaning “handsome,” and “gein,” meaning “birth.” Hence, the name Kevin stands for “handsome by birth.” In Scottish, the name Kevin means “good-looking” or “fair,” while in Gaelic, the name means “gentle” or “lovable.”
Although Kevin does not originate from England, in English, Kevin means “peace.” Kevin, an Irish name, was popularized by the 7th-century patron Saint Kevin. He devoted his entire life to teaching and learning and spent many years as a hermit in Glendalough, an area outside Dublin in Ireland, which grew into a renowned place for saints. He founded many monasteries in Dublin and is remembered as a holy man and a teacher among the Irish people. Kevin is predominantly a boy’s name with variations like Keven, Kevon, Kevan, Kevyn, Kevinn, Kevion, and Kevis. Kev, Kevy, Vin, and Vinny are some nicknames that go well with this name.
The name Kevin is a popular name, particularly in the UK and Ireland. Although popular in the US, it has also appeared in the name of several fictional characters. Kevin Tran is a fictional character in the American dark fantasy television series “Supernatural.” His life has been portrayed as dramatically upside down until he becomes a prophet. Kevin McCallister is the eight-year-old protagonist in the famous movie “Home Alone.” He is represented with blond hair, blue eyes, and defends his house from burglars after being left by his parents. Kevin is a friendly and funny crane in the cartoon show “Thomas And Friends.” He is depicted as lively and enthusiastic and works in the Sodor Steamworks, assisting Victor in repairing works.
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Famous People With The Name Kevin
- Kevin HartAmerican actor and comedian, known for his role in the “Jumanji” series
- Kevin BaconAmerican actor, known for his role as Sebastian Shaw in “X-Men: First Class”
- Kevin JonasAmerican musician, singer, and actor, younger brother of Nick Jonas
- Kevin DurantAmerican basketball player for Phoenix Suns
- Kevin PietersenFormer England cricket player
- Kevin RuddFormer Prime Minister of Australia
Kevin On The Popularity Chart
The name was most popular in the 1980s after which it declined in popularity. Check out the graphical representation to learn more.
Popularity Over Time
Kevin was a popular name in the late 1980s and early 1990s. However, it started declining in popularity in the late 1990s. Glance through this graph to gauge its performance over time.
Source: Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
In the 1980s, Kevin scored fairly well in ranking. However, as the years passed over, it lost in ranking with a slight improvement in the year 2020.
Source: Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Kevin
If you like the melody of the name Kevin, but it is not the exact name you want to use for your baby, here are some more alternatives for you to discover.
Names With Similar Meaning As Kevin
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Name Numerology For Kevin
