Calvin is a masculine given name of English origin. It is derived from the French name Calvin, which was originally a surname. The name Calvin gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century and has remained a popular choice for baby boys. Famous bearers of the name include theologian John Calvin, fashion designer Calvin Klein, and actor Calvin Harris.
Calvin rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
- Rank 141. Thiago
- Rank 142. Theo
- Rank 143. Ayden
- Rank 144. Zachary
- Rank 145. Calvin
- Rank 146. Braxton
- Rank 147. Ashton
- Rank 148. Rhett
- Rank 149. Atlas
Nicknames for Calvin
| Cal | kal | Shortened version of Calvin |
| Vin | vin | Nickname derived from the last syllable of Calvin |
| Cali | ka-lee | A more unique and playful nickname for Calvin |
| Calvy | kal-vee | A cute and affectionate nickname for Calvin |
| Calvinator | kal-vi-ney-ter | A humorous nickname for Calvin, inspired by the movie 'The Terminator |
Famous people named Calvin
| Calvin Coolidge | 30th President of the United States | He served as the President from 1923 to 1929. |
| Calvin Harris | Scottish DJ, singer, songwriter, and record producer | He is known for his hit songs like 'Summer', 'Blame', and 'This Is What You Came For'. |
| Calvin Klein | American fashion designer | He is the founder of the fashion brand 'Calvin Klein'. |
| Calvin Johnson | Former American football wide receiver | He played for the Detroit Lions in the NFL and is considered one of the greatest wide receivers of all time. |
| Calvin Ridley | American football wide receiver | He currently plays for the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL. |
| Calvin Murphy | Former American professional basketball player | He played for the Houston Rockets in the NBA and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1993. |
| Calvin Trillin | American journalist, humorist, and novelist | He is known for his humorous writing and commentary on American culture and politics. |
| Calvin Broadus Jr. | American rapper, songwriter, and actor | He is better known by his stage name Snoop Dogg and has released many hit songs and albums. |
Fictional character called Calvin from pop culture
| Calvin Candie | Django Unchained character | Antagonist plantation owner |
| Calvin Cambridge | Like Mike character | Orphan who gains basketball skills from magic shoes |
| Calvin Coolidge | 30th US President | Served from 1923-1929 |
| Calvin "Snoop" Pearson | The Wire character | Drug dealer and enforcer |
| Calvin O'Keefe | A Wrinkle in Time character | Love interest of protagonist Meg Murry |
| Calvin "Cheese" Wagstaff | The Wire character | Drug dealer and enforcer |
| Calvin Palmer Jr. | Barbershop character | Barbershop owner |
| Calvin "Cal" Trask | East of Eden character | Main character in John Steinbeck's novel |
| Calvin "Megatron" Johnson | Transformers character | Leader of the Decepticons |
Frequently Asked Questions about Calvin
| What is the origin of the name Calvin? | The name Calvin is of French origin. |
| What does the name Calvin mean? | The name Calvin means 'bald' or 'hairless'. |
| Is Calvin a popular name? | Calvin is not a very popular name, but it has been consistently used for many years. |
| What famous people have the name Calvin? | Famous people with the name Calvin include Calvin Coolidge, Calvin Harris, and Calvin Klein. |
| Is Calvin a unisex name? | Calvin is primarily a male name, but it can be used for females as well. |
| What are some nicknames for Calvin? | Nicknames for Calvin include Cal, Vin, and Cally. |