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Kalvin

Boy name · 194 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Kalvin: 194 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 13 births in 2012.

Of Hungarian origin, Kalvin is a variant of Calvin, which itself derives from the French surname Cauvin, meaning "little bald one." The name gained prominence through John Calvin, the 16th-century French theologian who became a central figure in the Protestant Reformation. While less common in Scotland, the name Calvin has been borne by several notable figures, including Calvin Harris, the Scottish DJ and producer born in Dumfries, who brought global attention to the name's modern appeal. The unrelated Hungarian given name Kálmán, meaning "dove," shares a similar sound but a different root. Kalvin offers a distinctive spelling twist on a classic name with deep religious and cultural connections.