Ian vs Calvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ian

Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish British Irish American

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Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

English American French

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Ian Rank #75

Calvin Rank #140

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #140 for Calvin.

Is Ian or Calvin more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Calvin at #140 in the United States.

What do Ian and Calvin mean?

Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin).

Are Ian and Calvin boy or girl names?

Ian is primarily a boy name. Calvin is primarily a boy name.