Alvin: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A noble friend who brightens every room.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #683
- Peak
- #66 in 1927
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Alvin Means
Alvin is a boy name of English origin. A noble friend who brightens every room.
How Popular Alvin Is
Alvin currently ranks #683 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #66 in 1927. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Alvin
- Alvin broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #66 in 1927.
- Alvin has been a top 100 name across 170+ years of American history.
- Alvin is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Alvin
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Alvin
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Questions About Alvin
What does Alvin mean?
Alvin is a boy name of English origin. A noble friend who brightens every room.
How popular is Alvin?
Alvin currently ranks #683 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #66 in 1927. It has held steady.
Where does Alvin come from?
Alvin comes from English roots. Alvin broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #66 in 1927.
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