Brady vs Calvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calvin

Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"derived from Calvus, bald"

Origin: French from Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#140
Total SSA Count
2,568
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cal, Vin

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Brady Rank #309
Calvin Rank #140

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #309 for Brady.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brady ___

  • Brady Brady James
  • Brady Brady Thomas
  • Brady Brady Cole
  • Brady Brady Alexander
  • Brady Brady Michael

Calvin ___

  • Calvin James
  • Calvin Lee
  • Calvin Edward
  • Calvin Thomas
  • Calvin William
  • Calvin John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Brady

Riley Cody Grady Molly Maeve

If you choose Calvin

Miles Elijah Nora Clara Owen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brady or Calvin more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Brady at #309 in the United States.

What do Brady and Calvin mean?

Calvin means "derived from Calvus, bald" (French from Latin origin).

Are Brady and Calvin boy or girl names?

Brady is primarily a boy name. Calvin is primarily a boy name.

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