Calvin vs Selvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calvin

Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #2,452 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"forest friend, house friend"

Origin: Old English sele + wine

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Calvin Rank #140

Selvin Rank #2,452

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #2452 for Selvin.

Is Calvin or Selvin more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Selvin at #2452 in the United States.

What do Calvin and Selvin mean?

Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin). Selvin means "forest friend, house friend" (Old English sele + wine origin).

Are Calvin and Selvin boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. Selvin is primarily a boy name.