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Mike vs Kelvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kelvin

Boy #1,084 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the River Kelvin, narrow river"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,084
Total SSA Count
201
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mike Rank #1,011
Kelvin Rank #1,084

Mike is more popular, ranked #1011 vs #1084 for Kelvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mike or Kelvin more popular?

Mike is more popular, ranked #1011 compared to Kelvin at #1084 in the United States.

What do Mike and Kelvin mean?

Mike means "God-like" (Hebrew origin). Kelvin means "from the River Kelvin, narrow river" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Mike and Kelvin boy or girl names?

Mike is primarily a boy name. Kelvin is primarily a boy name.

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