Alvin vs Melvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alvin

Boy #792 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble friend, elf friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

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Alvin Rank #792

Melvin Rank #876

Alvin is more popular, ranked #792 vs #876 for Melvin.

Is Alvin or Melvin more popular?

Alvin is more popular, ranked #792 compared to Melvin at #876 in the United States.

What do Alvin and Melvin mean?

Alvin means "noble friend, elf friend" (Old English origin). Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin).

Are Alvin and Melvin boy or girl names?

Alvin is primarily a boy name. Melvin is primarily a boy name.