Calvin: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A bald child, humble and full of warmth.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #143
- Peak
- #44 in 1924
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 Calvin Means
Calvin is a boy name of English origin. A bald child, humble and full of warmth.
How Popular Calvin Is
Calvin currently ranks #143 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #44 in 1924. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Calvin
- Calvin reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #44 in 1924.
- Calvin has been a top 100 name across 173+ years of American history.
- Calvin is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Calvin
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Calvin
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Calvin.
Questions About Calvin
What does Calvin mean?
Calvin is a boy name of English origin. A bald child, humble and full of warmth.
How popular is Calvin?
Calvin currently ranks #143 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #44 in 1924. It has held steady.
Where does Calvin come from?
Calvin comes from English roots. Calvin reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #44 in 1924.
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