Alvin vs Avi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alvin

Boy #792 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble friend, elf friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

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Alvin Rank #792

Avi Rank #846

Alvin is more popular, ranked #792 vs #846 for Avi.

Is Alvin or Avi more popular?

Alvin is more popular, ranked #792 compared to Avi at #846 in the United States.

What do Alvin and Avi mean?

Alvin means "noble friend, elf friend" (Old English origin). Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alvin and Avi boy or girl names?

Alvin is primarily a boy name. Avi is primarily a boy name.