Calvin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAL-vin / /ˈkæl.vɪn/Latin; French
Meaning
Latin: 'bald'; French: 'little bald one'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Calvin is derived from the Latin name 'Calvinus', which means 'bald'. It gained popularity in the 16th century due to the influence of John Calvin, a prominent Protestant Reformer. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has also been associated with intellectual and religious movements.
Trend Summary
Calvin has seen a steady popularity in the United States, remaining a classic choice for boys.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cal
- Calv
International Variants
- Calvino (Italian)
- Calvín (Spanish)
Famous people named Calvin
Calvin Klein is an American fashion designer, recognized for his minimalist aesthetic and iconic brand.
Calvin Harris is a Scottish DJ and music producer, famous for his chart-topping hits and collaborations.
Calvin Coolidge was the 30th President of the United States, serving from 1923 to 1929.
Fictional characters named Calvin
Calvin is the main character in the comic strip 'Calvin and Hobbes', known for his imaginative adventures.
Calvin Candie is a character in the film 'Django Unchained', portrayed as a ruthless plantation owner.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Calvin was first seen in the United States in 1880. Calvin has ranked as high as #99 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, New York, North Carolina, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Calvin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Calvin (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 204 | |
TX | 146 | |
OH | 136 | |
NY | 109 | |
PA | 104 | |
MI | 103 | |
UT | 100 | |
MN | 93 | |
IN | 89 | |
IL | 88 | |
MA | 87 | |
MO | 84 | |
WI | 80 | |
FL | 80 | |
VA | 77 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 134 |
1881 | 138 |
1882 | 123 |
1883 | 122 |
1884 | 139 |
1885 | 119 |
1886 | 109 |
1887 | 122 |
1888 | 123 |
1889 | 107 |
1890 | 116 |
1891 | 104 |
1892 | 124 |
1893 | 103 |
1894 | 95 |
1895 | 130 |
1896 | 98 |
1897 | 103 |
1898 | 121 |
1899 | 108 |
1900 | 128 |
1901 | 98 |
1902 | 130 |
1903 | 106 |
1904 | 118 |
1905 | 141 |
1906 | 123 |
1907 | 136 |
1908 | 135 |
1909 | 176 |
1910 | 201 |
1911 | 213 |
1912 | 375 |
1913 | 440 |
1914 | 531 |
1915 | 694 |
1916 | 766 |
1917 | 785 |
1918 | 874 |
1919 | 834 |
1920 | 1,098 |
1921 | 1,276 |
1922 | 1,282 |
1923 | 2,408 |
1924 | 4,919 |
1925 | 4,301 |
1926 | 3,014 |
1927 | 2,694 |
1928 | 2,128 |
1929 | 1,665 |
1930 | 1,618 |
1931 | 1,443 |
1932 | 1,454 |
1933 | 1,489 |
1934 | 1,319 |
1935 | 1,321 |
1936 | 1,352 |
1937 | 1,333 |
1938 | 1,454 |
1939 | 1,394 |
1940 | 1,472 |
1941 | 1,510 |
1942 | 1,578 |
1943 | 1,760 |
1944 | 1,751 |
1945 | 1,797 |
1946 | 1,976 |
1947 | 2,432 |
1948 | 2,398 |
1949 | 2,567 |
1950 | 2,742 |
1951 | 2,843 |
1952 | 2,971 |
1953 | 2,950 |
1954 | 3,007 |
1955 | 3,149 |
1956 | 3,346 |
1957 | 3,395 |
1958 | 3,119 |
1959 | 3,033 |
1960 | 2,912 |
1961 | 2,864 |
1962 | 2,404 |
1963 | 2,406 |
1964 | 2,251 |
1965 | 2,045 |
1966 | 1,760 |
1967 | 1,782 |
1968 | 1,757 |
1969 | 1,707 |
1970 | 1,734 |
1971 | 1,590 |
1972 | 1,450 |
1973 | 1,349 |
1974 | 1,295 |
1975 | 1,284 |
1976 | 1,231 |
1977 | 1,285 |
1978 | 1,262 |
1979 | 1,336 |
1980 | 1,325 |
1981 | 1,458 |
1982 | 1,477 |
1983 | 1,429 |
1984 | 1,440 |
1985 | 1,520 |
1986 | 1,666 |
1987 | 1,790 |
1988 | 1,811 |
1989 | 1,869 |
1990 | 1,783 |
1991 | 1,709 |
1992 | 1,614 |
1993 | 1,746 |
1994 | 1,566 |
1995 | 1,719 |
1996 | 1,759 |
1997 | 1,707 |
1998 | 1,638 |
1999 | 1,622 |
2000 | 1,681 |
2001 | 1,613 |
2002 | 1,561 |
2003 | 1,566 |
2004 | 1,597 |
2005 | 1,619 |
2006 | 1,648 |
2007 | 1,618 |
2008 | 1,630 |
2009 | 1,578 |
2010 | 1,662 |
2011 | 1,709 |
2012 | 1,966 |
2013 | 2,065 |
2014 | 2,336 |
2015 | 2,439 |
2016 | 2,794 |
2017 | 2,703 |
2018 | 2,760 |
2019 | 2,647 |
2020 | 2,535 |
2021 | 2,591 |
2022 | 2,592 |
2023 | 2,410 |
2024 | 2,568 |