Calvin vs Hendrix

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

Calvin Rank #140
Hendrix Rank #296

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #296 for Hendrix.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Calvin ___

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

Hendrix ___

  • Hendrix James
  • Hendrix Lee
  • Hendrix Cole
  • Hendrix Ray
  • Hendrix Stone
  • Hendrix Blues

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Calvin

Miles Elijah Nora Clara Owen

If you choose Hendrix

Lennon Bowie Jagger Zeppelin Lyric

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calvin or Hendrix more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Hendrix at #296 in the United States.

What do Calvin and Hendrix mean?

Calvin means "derived from Calvus, bald" (French from Latin origin). Hendrix means "home ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Calvin and Hendrix boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. Hendrix is primarily a boy name.

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