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Calvin

Boy · Latin / American
calvin · 2 beats
ModernLatinAnglo-SaxonLiteraryHistoricalSweet spotnickname: Cal
Meaning
Little bald one; carried by the reformer, the president, and one impossibly imaginative six-year-old.
The vibe

Calvin is a name with a stuffed tiger and a fierce mind. Modern and academic — sharp, curious, and never quite where you expect.

Quick questions

Is Calvin a boy's or a girl's name?
Calvin is a boy's name of Latin / American origin.

What is a good nickname for Calvin?
Cal is the natural nickname for Calvin.

How popular is Calvin?
Calvin sits in the sweet spot — recognised when you say it, but far from everywhere.

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