Kalvin vs Stephan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kalvin

Boy #1,785 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bald, little bald one"

Origin: Latin calvus via French Cauvin

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,785
Total SSA Count
92
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kal, Cal, Vinnie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kalvin Rank #1,785
Stephan Rank #1,726

Stephan is more popular, ranked #1726 vs #1785 for Kalvin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kalvin ___

  • Kalvin James
  • Kalvin Thomas
  • Kalvin John
  • Kalvin Andrew
  • Kalvin Michael
  • Kalvin Lee

Stephan ___

  • Stephan James
  • Stephan Michael
  • Stephan Alexander
  • Stephan John
  • Stephan David
  • Stephan Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kalvin

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Elisa Clara Maximilian Helena Anton

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kalvin or Stephan more popular?

Stephan is more popular, ranked #1726 compared to Kalvin at #1785 in the United States.

What do Kalvin and Stephan mean?

Kalvin means "bald, little bald one" (Latin calvus via French Cauvin origin). Stephan means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Kalvin and Stephan boy or girl names?

Kalvin is primarily a boy name. Stephan is primarily a boy name.

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