Charles vs Calvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charles

Boy #51 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"free man"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

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Charles Rank #51

Calvin Rank #140

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 vs #140 for Calvin.

Is Charles or Calvin more popular?

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 compared to Calvin at #140 in the United States.

What do Charles and Calvin mean?

Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin). Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin).

Are Charles and Calvin boy or girl names?

Charles is primarily a boy name. Calvin is primarily a boy name.