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Cavan vs Calvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cavan

Boy #4,288 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little gentle one (variant of Kevin)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,288
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cavan Rank #4,288
Calvin Rank #140

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #4288 for Cavan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cavan or Calvin more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Cavan at #4288 in the United States.

What do Cavan and Calvin mean?

Cavan means "little gentle one (variant of Kevin)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin).

Are Cavan and Calvin boy or girl names?

Cavan is primarily a boy name. Calvin is primarily a boy name.

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