Kevlin
A gender-neutral name of uncertain origin, possibly a combination of elements meaning "handsome friend".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Kevlin. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kevlin today is around 43 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kevlin births was 1981 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kevlin. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kevlin. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1981
5 babies that year
Average age
43
years old
1981 SSA rank
#6,811
Tracked since 1981
Popularity
Kevlin: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Kevlin by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kevlin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Kevlin
The given name Kevlin is a relatively modern invention, originating in the late 20th century. It is believed to have been derived from the English word "Kevin," itself a Gaelic name meaning "beautiful birth" or "handsome." The name may have been created as a variation or diminutive form of Kevin, intended to be a more unique or distinctive option.
As a recently coined name, Kevlin does not have a rich historical lineage or deep cultural roots. There are no known references to the name in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records prior to the late 20th century. The earliest recorded examples of the name likely date back only a few decades, as it gained popularity as a modern baby name.
While Kevlin may not have a long history, it has been borne by several notable individuals in recent years. One of the earliest known prominent individuals with this name is Kevlin Henney, a software development consultant, author, and speaker from the United Kingdom, born in the 1960s. He is known for his contributions to the field of object-oriented programming and design patterns.
Another individual with the name Kevlin is Kevlin Rumstein, a Canadian film director and screenwriter, born in the late 20th century. He is best known for his work on the independent film "The Nature of Existence," a documentary exploring perspectives on the afterlife and the meaning of life.
In the world of sports, Kevlin Piper is a former professional basketball player from the United States, born in the 1980s. He played in various professional leagues, including the NBA G League and international leagues.
Kevlin Vazquez is a Puerto Rican actress and model, known for her roles in several telenovelas and television series, born in the late 20th century.
Additionally, Kevlin Dauksh is a South African cricketer, born in the 1990s, who has represented his country in various international tournaments and competitions.
While the name Kevlin may not have a long historical lineage, it has been embraced by individuals across various fields and cultures, adding to its modern appeal and uniqueness.
People
Kevlin + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kevlin as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kevlin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kevlin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kevlin going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Kevlin a common name?
We classify Kevlin as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kevlin most popular?
The single biggest year for Kevlin was 1981, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kevlin is about 43 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kevlin in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kevlin a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kevlin in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kevlin still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kevlin in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kevlin can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Kevlin?
Find out how many Americans are named Kevlin on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.