Calvin vs Alvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calvin

Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #792 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble friend, elf friend"

Origin: Old English

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Calvin Rank #140

Alvin Rank #792

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #792 for Alvin.

Is Calvin or Alvin more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Alvin at #792 in the United States.

What do Calvin and Alvin mean?

Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin). Alvin means "noble friend, elf friend" (Old English origin).

Are Calvin and Alvin boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. Alvin is primarily a boy name.