Meaning

Its source is Caoimhin, an Irish Gaelic name meaning "Handsome beloved."

Languages used in

This boy's name is used in Dutch and English.

Background story

This name's expression of admiration and affection could be specific to the newborn, more like ''handsome baby.''

St. Kevin is one of the patron saints of Dublin, Ireland. His name was not commonly used outside of Ireland until the 1920s. Since then, it has gained and maintained popularity in the U.S., and may get a further boost from the fame of actor-producer-director Kevin Costner.

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Statistics for the name Kevin (male)

• In USA in 2006, the boy name Kevin was ranked as number 37 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2005, the boy name Kevin was ranked as number 33 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2004, the boy name Kevin was ranked as number 34 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2003, the boy name Kevin was ranked as number 32 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2002, the boy name Kevin was ranked as number 33 on the most popular name for newborn babies

Meaning

Its source is Caoimhin, an Irish Gaelic name meaning "Handsome beloved."

Languages used in

This boy's name is used in Dutch and English.

Background story

This name's expression of admiration and affection could be specific to the newborn, more like ''handsome baby.''

St. Kevin is one of the patron saints of Dublin, Ireland. His name was not commonly used outside of Ireland until the 1920s. Since then, it has gained and maintained popularity in the U.S., and may get a further boost from the fame of actor-producer-director Kevin Costner.

Find similar names to Kevin

• Names that start with 'Kev'
• Names that end with 'vin'
• Conduct an advanced search