Elijah vs Calvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elijah

Boy #8 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew Christian English

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Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

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Elijah Rank #8

Calvin Rank #140

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 vs #140 for Calvin.

Is Elijah or Calvin more popular?

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 compared to Calvin at #140 in the United States.

What do Elijah and Calvin mean?

Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin).

Are Elijah and Calvin boy or girl names?

Elijah is primarily a boy name. Calvin is primarily a boy name.