Names like Kevin
If Kevin is on your list, these boy names have the same feel, from Irish classics to names with a similar sound. Kevin peaked a while ago, so the list leans toward names from the same moment.
Top matches: Kaden, Bryan, Colin and Aidan.
24 boy names like Kevin
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- Kaden#328Kaden's meaning is debated.Also IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
- Bryan#336It means 'strong' or 'noble'.Also IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
- Colin#343It's a short form of Nicholas, meaning 'victory of the people'.Same “-in” endingPast its peak, like Kevin
- Aidan#326The name Aidan comes from an old Irish word meaning 'little fire'.Also IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
- Oscar#223Oscar means "God's spear" or "deer friend".Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- Keegan#621It means "descendant of the fiery one" or "small and fiery".Also IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
- Riley#208Riley means "valiant" or "courageous." It can also mean "rye clearing" or "wood clearing."Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- DavinIt's thought to be a variation of David, meaning 'beloved'.Also IrishSame “-in” ending
- Ryan#99Ryan means "little king" or "descendant of a king."Also IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
- Cody#318Cody is an Irish name meaning 'descendant of Óda.' It's connected to prosperity and…Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- Connor#166The name Connor means 'lover of hounds' or 'wolf lover'.Also IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
- Brady#321The name Brady comes from an Irish surname meaning 'spirited' or 'broad-chested'.Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- KeonIt's an Irish name that's a variation of John.Also Irish2 syllables
- Brayden#229Derived from the surname Braden, it means "broad valley" or "salmon."Also IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
- Justin#233Justin means "just" or "righteous." It comes from the Roman name Justinus.Same “-in” endingPast its peak, like Kevin
- Sean#489Sean is the Irish version of the name John.Also IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
- Donovan#496It means "dark-haired chief" or "brown-haired chieftain." It comes from an Irish surname…Also Irish
- KenyonIt means "white-haired" or "fair-haired hero."Also Irish2 syllables
- Quinn#467Quinn comes from an Irish surname meaning "descendant of Conn." Conn means "wisdom" or…Also Irish
- DillonLoyal and faithful; like a lionAlso IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
- BrendanThis name comes from an old Irish word meaning 'prince' or 'king'.Also IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
- KennyKenny is often a shortened version of Kenneth.Also Irish2 syllables
- DarrenThis name often means "little great one" or "from the oak tree." It suggests someone…Also IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
- Shawn#682Shawn is the Irish version of the name John, which means "God is gracious." It implies…Also IrishPast its peak, like Kevin
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- What names are similar to Kevin?
- Names with a similar style to Kevin include Kaden, Bryan, Colin, Aidan, Oscar and Keegan.
- How are these names matched to Kevin?
- Each name is compared with Kevin on how its US popularity has moved since 2000, how popular it is today, where it comes from, and how it sounds: its ending, number of syllables and first letter. Kevin peaked a while ago, so the list leans toward names from the same moment.
- What other Irish names are like Kevin?
- Kaden, Bryan, Aidan, Oscar and Keegan share Kevin's Irish roots.