Kevin

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Kevin is a common first name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish name Caoimhín (Modern Irish: Caoimhín), which means "kind, honest, and handsome". The name has been popular in Ireland for centuries and has been adopted by English speakers since the 20th century.

Etymology

The name Kevin is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Caoimhín (pronounced "Kee-vin"). The name is composed of two elements: "caomh" which means "kind, honest, handsome" and "gin" which means "birth". The name was borne by a 7th-century saint, the founder of a monastery at Glendalough.

Popularity

Kevin has been a popular name in Ireland for centuries. It was introduced to the English-speaking world by Irish immigrants, and its popularity in the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom has grown since the 20th century. According to the United States Social Security Administration, Kevin was the 13th most popular name for boys in the United States in the 1960s and 1970s.

Notable people named Kevin

There are many notable people named Kevin, including actors, musicians, athletes, and politicians. Some of these include Kevin Bacon, an American actor; Kevin Durant, an American professional basketball player; and Kevin Rudd, a former Prime Minister of Australia.

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