Maxwell vs Calvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maxwell

Boy #182 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Mack's spring, great stream"

Origin: Scottish

Scottish English American

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Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

English American French

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Maxwell Rank #182

Calvin Rank #140

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #182 for Maxwell.

Is Maxwell or Calvin more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Maxwell at #182 in the United States.

What do Maxwell and Calvin mean?

Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin). Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin).

Are Maxwell and Calvin boy or girl names?

Maxwell is primarily a boy name. Calvin is primarily a boy name.