Calvin
Meaning of Calvin
Calvin is a traditionally male name of Latin origin, meaning "bald" or "hairless." A variation of the name is Kalvin. Pronounced as KAL-vin (/ˈkæl.vɪn/) in English, the name Calvin has been consistently popular in the United States for well over a century, with its popularity peaking in 1925 when it ranked 47th most common newborn name. Famous bearers include French theologian John Calvin and fashion designer Calvin Klein, contributing to the name's enduring appeal. Whether you're drawn to its historical roots or fashionable associations, Calvin remains a strong choice for any baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KAL-vin (/ˈkæl.vɪn/)
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Notable People Named Calvin
| Calvin Johnson Jr. is a retired American football wide receiver, known as "Megatron," who played nine seasons in the NFL with the Detroit Lions and is considered one of the greatest wide receivers of all time. |
| Calvin Coolidge was the 30th president of the United States and a prominent attorney and politician. |
| Calvin Harris, born Adam Richard Wiles, is a Scottish DJ, record producer, singer, and songwriter known for his successful albums and chart-topping singles. |
| Calvin Robertson Griffith, also known as Calvin Griffith Robertson, was a Canadian-born American Major League Baseball team owner who is best known for relocating the Washington Senators to Minneapolis–Saint Paul to create the Minnesota Twins. |
| Calvin H. Gurley is an accountant and perennial candidate based in Washington, D.C. |
| Calvin McCarty is a former professional Canadian football running back known for his versatility and championship win in the 103rd Grey Cup. |
| Calvin Orin Ridley is a successful American football wide receiver known for his time with the Atlanta Falcons and currently playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars. |
| Calvin Hyden Andrew is an English former professional footballer known for his role as a striker. |
| Calvin John Oftana is a Filipino professional basketball player known for his versatility and currently plays for the TNT Tropang Giga in the PBA. |
| Calvin Rutstrum was an American writer known for his wilderness camping books, which he wrote at his cabin on Cloud Bay, Ontario, spanning from just before WWI to the environmental movement of the late 1960s and 1970s. |
| Calvin John Robinson is a British Old Catholic cleric, conservative political commentator, writer, and broadcaster, currently serving as a priest in the Nordic Catholic Church. |
| Calvin Sam Barlow was a pioneering merchant and politician in Tacoma, Washington, known for founding the Tacoma Trading Company and being a leading figure in the city's business community. |
| Calvin Pickard is a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender currently playing for the Edmonton Oilers in the NHL. |
| Calvin Kattar is a professional mixed martial artist who competes in the Featherweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and is currently ranked #7 as of June 27, 2023. |
| Calvin Cheng Ern Lee is a prominent Singaporean businessman and former Nominated Member of Parliament known for his diverse business ventures and outspoken views on socio-political issues in Singapore. |
| Calvin Jones - Calvin P. Jones is a multi-talented American musician, record producer, composer, and pianist known for composing the hit song "Whitewater Chopped Sticks" and creating music for various soundtracks, including the documentary 2016: Obama's America. |
