Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Calvin.
National Rank (2025)
#132
All-Time Peak Rank
#44 (1924)
Total U.S. Births
221,064
Unisex Distribution99.4% Boy / 0.6% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Calvin Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Calvin
According to SSA data, Calvin achieved its highest historical rank of #44 in 1924. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1924 with 4,918 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 11.1%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Calvin scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Stable
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+11.1% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record4,918Births in 1924
Years in Top 100
8yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityModerately Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:1,236
1890s:1,102
1900s:1,291
1910s:5,713
1920s:24,785
1930s:14,177
1940s:19,242
1950s:30,555
1960s:21,889
1970s:13,809
1980s:15,785
1990s:16,865
2000s:16,111
2010s:23,085
2020s:15,419
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesCal-vin
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: It is an isogram, meaning no two letters are repeated. Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with C, a letter used by only 5.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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