Calvin

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Bald; Hairless

Background: The name Calvin originates from the Latin word 'calvus,' meaning 'bald' or 'hairless.' This name has been historically associated with figures who exemplified these traits.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#172
Total births
219,556
Most popular decade
1920s (74,844 births)
10-year trend
↑ Rising (+42 ranks)
Years in Top 100
8
First recorded year
1880

Gender usage

99.4% male 0.6% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1880
First year births
134
First year rank
#100
Peak year
1924
Peak year births
4,919
Peak rank
#44
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
2,568
Recent rank
#140

Female

First year
1914
First year births
5
First year rank
#3,618
Peak year
1958
Peak year births
30
Peak rank
#2,025
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
5
Recent rank
#15,243

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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