Selvin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSEL-vin / /ˈsɛlvɪn/English; Irish
Meaning
English: servant of the sea; Irish: little Sel
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Selvin is derived from the Old English name 'Selwyn', which means 'good friend' or 'servant of the sea'. It has also been associated with Irish origins, where it is considered a diminutive form. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in English-speaking countries. It is not widely used but has a classic feel.
Trend Summary
The name Selvin has remained relatively uncommon in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Selwyn
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Selvin was first seen in the United States in 1914. Selvin has ranked as high as #1298 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Selvin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Selvin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 6 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| TN | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 36 |
| 2004 | 50 |
| 2005 | 50 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 58 |
| 2008 | 38 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2010 | 36 |
| 2011 | 41 |
| 2012 | 48 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 43 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 53 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2021 | 65 |
| 2022 | 53 |
| 2023 | 50 |
| 2024 | 56 |