Calvin vs Maddox

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
Maddox Rank #215

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #215 for Maddox.

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

Maddox ___

  • Maddox James
  • Maddox Lee
  • Maddox Cole
  • Maddox Alexander
  • Maddox Thomas
  • Maddox William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Calvin

Miles Elijah Nora Clara Owen

If you choose Maddox

Knox Beckett Ryder Sloane Quinn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calvin or Maddox more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Maddox at #215 in the United States.

What do Calvin and Maddox mean?

Calvin means "derived from Calvus, bald" (French from Latin origin). Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin).

Are Calvin and Maddox boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. Maddox is primarily a boy name.

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