Alvin
Alvin is of Old English origin, derived from the name Ælfwine, meaning 'noble friend' or 'friend of the elves.' The name combines warmth and approachability with a timeless, vintage charm.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 283. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 464
- 2012: 505
- 2013: 458
- 2014: 462
- 2015: 455
- 2016: 471
- 2017: 439
- 2018: 390
- 2019: 399
- 2020: 377
- 2021: 325
- 2022: 352
- 2023: 337
- 2024: 318
- 2025: 294
- 2026 (projected): 283
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Strong association with Alvin and the Chipmunks may be endearing or distracting depending on perspective
- •Has a friendly, down-to-earth quality that ages well
- •Classic mid-century name experiencing modest revival
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Famous People
Alvin Ailey
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Alvin Kamara
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Alvin Lee
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Statistics
161,414
Total births since 1880
1927
Peak year
Discovery
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