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KevinChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Handsome, slender, or strong-headed

Pronunciation: KEV-in

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Name
Kevin
Meaning
Handsome, slender, or strong-headed
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
KEV-in
Lucky Number
4
4
Lucky Number
(Thursday)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Kevin mean?

Kevin is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Handsome". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: KEV-in. Lucky number: 4. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Κέβιν

Κέβιν σημαίνει το σεμνό και ωραίο

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

KEV-in

IPA

/ˈkɛvɪn/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Kevin is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Handsome. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

4

Lucky Day

(Thursday)

Lucky Colors

BlueWhite

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 6 are nurturing and caring, and they often devote their lives to helping others. They are also known for their creativity and problem-solving abilities.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulCourageousWiseL = LoyalF = FaithfulS = StrongC = Compassionate

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes strength, courage, and wisdom.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Kevin has gained popularity not only in the Western world but also in other parts of the globe due to the migration and globalization phenomenon. Due to its Celtic roots, it has been adopted in various cultures, often being Anglicized to the more widely used 'Keven' or 'Kevan'. The name also held significance in literature, such as J.D. Salinger's famous character Holden Caulfield, who goes by the nickname "Stradlater," whose full name is Kevin.
For those who bear the name Kevin and hold a strong spiritual connection to it, the name represents the strengths and virtues of Patrick, Caemin, and other Christian saints of the same name. The name Kevin is seen as a reminder of the importance of faith, strength, and wisdom, qualities that individuals can strive to embody in their daily lives. The name also carries a sense of heritage and tradition, being rooted in Celtic mythology and Catholicism.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Kevin SpaceyKevin HartKevin Costner

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Kevin

Kevin means handsome, born of fire, or little dark one

🇮🇱Hebrew

קווין

קווין נגזר מהמילה העברית קבן שפירושה נאה צנוע

🇬🇷Greek

Κέβιν

Κέβιν σημαίνει το σεμνό και ωραίο

🇮🇹Latin

Kevinus

Kevinus significat humilem seu pulchrum

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