Selvin vs Arlin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Selvin

Boy #2,452 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"forest friend, house friend"

Origin: Old English sele + wine

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Boy #2,419 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Selvin Rank #2,452

Arlin Rank #2,419

Arlin is more popular, ranked #2419 vs #2452 for Selvin.

Is Selvin or Arlin more popular?

Arlin is more popular, ranked #2419 compared to Selvin at #2452 in the United States.

What do Selvin and Arlin mean?

Selvin means "forest friend, house friend" (Old English sele + wine origin). Arlin means "pledge, oath" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Selvin and Arlin boy or girl names?

Selvin is primarily a boy name. Arlin is primarily a boy name.