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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Little bald one (from a nickname for a bald person)
- Origin
- French (Norman-Picard), from Latin calvus "bald"
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KAL-vin
Calvin is a classic boy's name with French (Norman-Picard) roots, tracing back to the Latin word calvus, meaning "bald." Its meaning, "little bald one," comes from an old nickname for a bald person. Pronounced KAL-vin, it's a name with a long, steady history in the U.S.
Meaning & Origin of Calvin
Meaning: Little bald one (from a nickname for a bald person).
Origin: French (Norman-Picard), from Latin calvus "bald".
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Calvin
KAL-vinIPA /ˈkælvɪn/
Popularity of Calvin
Calvin peaked at #44 in 1924 with 4,919 babies given the name, and by 2024 it sat at #140 with 2,568 — a century apart, but still a name parents keep choosing.
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FAQ
What does the name Calvin mean?
Little bald one (from a nickname for a bald person). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Calvin?
Calvin is pronounced KAL-vin (IPA: /ˈkælvɪn/).
Is Calvin a popular name right now?
Calvin peaked at #44 in 1924 and is ranked #140 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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