Riley vs Calvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Riley

Boy #229 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"courageous, valiant"

Origin: Irish

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Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

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Riley Rank #229

Calvin Rank #140

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #229 for Riley.

Is Riley or Calvin more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Riley at #229 in the United States.

What do Riley and Calvin mean?

Riley means "courageous, valiant" (Irish origin). Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin).

Are Riley and Calvin boy or girl names?

Riley is primarily a boy name. Calvin is primarily a boy name.