♂ Name Calvin – Little Bald One

Baby name Calvin
Origin:American, French, Latin
Meaning:bald, hairless, little bald one
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The boy’s name Calvin originates from the French surname Cauvin, Calvinus in Latin. The most famous bearer of the name was the French theologian John Calvin. Calvin means “bald,” “hairless,” or “little bald one.”

Where does the name Calvin come from?

Calvin is an American first name derived from the French surname Cauvin. It has been used since the 19th century in honor of the French theologian Jean Cauvin (1509 – 1564), who was one of the leading figures of the Protestant Reformation. His surname was Latinized as Johannes Calvinus and is known in English as John Calvin.

What does the name Calvin mean?

The boy’s name Calvin is derived from the French word “chauve” or the Latin “calvus,” meaning “bald,” or “hairless”. Thus, Calvin also means “little bald one.”

Word composition

  • Latin “calvus” = bald, hairless
  • French “chauve” = bald, hairless

Pronunciation of Calvin

Variants

Kalvin

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Popularity of the name Calvin

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