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Cassian vs Alvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alvin

Boy #792 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble friend, elf friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#792
Total SSA Count
316
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cassian Rank #617
Alvin Rank #792

Cassian is more popular, ranked #617 vs #792 for Alvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassian or Alvin more popular?

Cassian is more popular, ranked #617 compared to Alvin at #792 in the United States.

What do Cassian and Alvin mean?

Cassian means "of the Cassian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin). Alvin means "noble friend, elf friend" (Old English origin).

Are Cassian and Alvin boy or girl names?

Cassian is primarily a boy name. Alvin is primarily a boy name.

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