Name comparison
Joshua vs Kevin
Joshua is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.1x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Joshua | Kevin |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,186,043 | 1,037,818 |
| Global rank | #16 | #21 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 6,745 | 1 in 7,708 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,186,043 | 1,037,818 |
How they differ
Joshua has approximately 1.2M living bearers compared to 1.0M for Kevin - a ratio of about 1.1x.
Joshua originates from unknown origins. Kevin originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Joshua or Kevin more popular?
Joshua is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,186,043 estimated living bearers compared to 1,037,818 for Kevin. That is roughly 1.1x more bearers of Joshua.
What is the difference in origin between Joshua and Kevin?
Joshua originates from unknown sources. Kevin originates from unknown sources.
Are Joshua and Kevin used for the same gender?
Both Joshua and Kevin are predominantly used as male names.
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