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Tevin

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Pronounced TEHV-ihn /ˈtΙ›v.Ιͺn/Medium

Meaning: Handsome/gentle birth (modern variant of Kevin).Medium

In 30 seconds: Tevin is a modern variant of the Irish name Kevin, carrying the sense 'handsome' or 'gentle birth.'
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Origin MediumIrish (modern variant)
MeaningHandsome/gentle birth (modern variant of Kevin).
U.S. rank (2024)#2698 β†˜ Falling
2024 U.S. births49 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1992
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 11,663

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 199219692024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

It reworks Kevin, an Irish name tied to the idea of gentle or fair birth, by swapping the opening sound. The meaning rides along with its parent name rather than coming from a separate root. It is a recent, English-language reshaping rather than a traditional Irish form.

Much of its visibility traces to the singer Tevin Campbell, the American R&B vocalist behind 'Can We Talk.'

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Tevin is 'beloved birth', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
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Famous Bearers

  • β˜…Tevin Campbell (1976-)
    American R&B singer, 'Can We Talk'

If you like Tevin…

Kevinβ€” the Irish name Tevin is directly modeled on, with the gentle-birth meaning.
Devinβ€” shares the -evin sound and the same modern, easy-to-say pattern.
Taylinβ€” the same modern feel
Tylinβ€” the same modern feel
Tristinβ€” the same modern feel

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tevin mean?

Tevin is usually explained as meaning 'beloved birth' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Tevin?

It's commonly said TEHV-ihn /ˈtΙ›v.Ιͺn/.

Is Tevin a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Tevin is used as a boy name.

How popular is Tevin?

In 2024, Tevin ranked #2698 in the U.S. for boys, with 49 births recorded.