Kevin is a Gen Z and Gen Alpha slang word meaning “A generic name for a cringe or annoying dude”. Here’s the full Kevin meaning explained, with examples, origin, and how to say it in 10+ languages.
What is Kevin? Kevin Meaning Explained
A generic name for a cringe or annoying dude

Kevin is Gen Alpha’s “Chad” — a default roast name for a tryhard, weird, or cringe dude. It’s often used in vids, skits, or fake stories.
“Kevin” is Gen Alpha’s universal roast name — used for the guy who tries too hard, flops in public, or just radiates cringe. Whether it’s a skit, an edit, or a failed DM slide, he’s a Kevin.
Kevin — Slang Examples in Sentences
“That outfit is so Kevin-coded.”
Sentence | Translation / Context |
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“Don’t be a Kevin, bro 😒” | Used as a name-based roast or archetype. |
“Bro’s giving Kevin energy rn.” | Applies to annoying or oblivious behavior. |
“That outfit is so Kevin-coded.” | Often said jokingly or in meme formats. |
“She curved him and he still doubled down. Kevin.” | Can reference a specific person or general stereotype. |
“Kevin spotted in the group chat.” | Part of the Gen Alpha name-slang trend. |
Kevin is a roast archetype for cringe dudes. It’s iconic, dramatic, and oddly specific.
Where Did “Kevin” Come From? Kevin Origin
Kevin began wide-spread usage in 2023

Started in YouTube comment jokes, then spread to TikTok and meme culture.
Kevin in Every Language
Learn how to say (or at least explain) Kevin in 9+ languages! Jump to a section from the table above to read about Kevin in every language.
Kevin意味|Kevinとは? 🇯🇵
Kevinの意味は?「イタい男」に使われる名前ベースのネタ用語。
Kevin(ケビン)は、やらかし系男子を揶揄する新スラング。
Kevin의미|Kevin이란? 🇰🇷
Kevin 뜻: 오글거리는 행동을 하는 사람을 지칭하는 신조어
Kevin(케빈)은 민망하거나 웃긴 행동을 하는 남자를 말할 때 써요.
Kevin意思|Kevin是什么? 🇨🇳
Kevin 是什么意思?用来吐槽行为尴尬或烦人的男生。
Kevin(凯文)指的是尴尬或烦人的男生。
Kevin Bedeutung|Was Bedeutet Kevin? 🇩🇪
Was bedeutet Kevin? Ein Meme-Name für Cringe-Typen.
Kevin ist ein Spottnamen für peinliche Typen.
Kevin Significado|¿Qué Significa Kevin? 🇪🇸
¿Qué significa Kevin? Nombre usado para burlarse de chicos cringe.
Kevin se refiere a un tipo molesto o vergonzoso.
Kevin Significato|Che Cosa Vuol Dire Kevin? 🇮🇹
Cosa vuol dire Kevin? Termine usato per prendere in giro certi ragazzi.
Kevin è un nome slang per descrivere ragazzi fastidiosi o cringe.
Kevin Signification|C’est Quoi Kevin? 🇫🇷
Quelle est la signification de Kevin ? C’est un nom moqueur.
Kevin est un prénom utilisé pour se moquer des garçons maladroits.
Kevin значение|Что такое Kevin? 🇷🇺
Что значит Kevin? Это мемное имя для обозначения фейловых парней.
Kevin — это имя для неловких, странных парней.
Kevin ما معنى|المعنى Kevin؟ 🇸🇦
ما معنى Kevin؟ يُستخدم لوصف الأولاد الذين يتصرفون بشكل محرج أو سخيف.
Kevin هو مصطلح ساخر يُستخدم لوصف شاب غريب أو مزعج.
Kevin Overview

Kevin is Gen Alpha’s go-to diss name. The male NPC of the internet.
That’s the full slang guide for Kevin, straight from the Skibidi DB!
Sasha | Gen Z Reporter

Hi, I’m Sasha, a Gen Z reporter and content goblin here at Skibidi Times.
I’m 19 with Italian roots (yes, I’m fluent in both Italian and Italian Brainrot 🇮🇹💅) and I love covering everything from TikTok trends to Gen Alpha drama.
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