Kalvin Name Meaning & Origin
Kalvin
Pronunciation: KAL-vin (key)
Origin of the name Calvin:
From the French surname Cauvin, a derivative of the Latin calvinus (little bald one), which has its root in calvus (bald). The name was originally bestowed in honor of French Protestant reformer John Calvin (1509-64). Var: Kalvin. Short: Cal, Kal.
From A World of Baby Names by Teresa Norman.Buy the book
Related Names:
Looking for the perfect name? Try the Name MatchMaker to find the perfect baby name for you!
NameVoyager
US Popularity of Kalvin Over Time
Sister & Brother Names
Know a Kalvin? What are his siblings named?
Name Lists Featuring Kalvin
Contribute your knowledge to the name Kalvin
- Comments and insights on the name Kalvin
- Personal experiences with the name Kalvin
- Nicknames for Kalvin
- Meanings and history of the name Kalvin
- Famous real-life people named Kalvin
- Kalvin in song, story & screen
56
No Way
Definitely
Smart?
76
No Way
Definitely
Sexy?
55
No Way
Definitely
Friendly?
56
No Way
Definitely
Creative?
55
No Way
Definitely
Strong?
54
No Way
Definitely
Young?
54
No Way
Definitely