Elvin
Elvin is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Noble friend or elf friend.
Origin and history
Elvin is a masculine given name derived from Old English origins, most commonly linked to names meaning noble friend or elf friend. It has been continuously used in the United States since at least the late 19th century. While it experienced its highest popularity in the early-to-mid 20th century, it remains a traditional and steady choice today.
Popularity in the United States
20,932 babies in the United States have been named Elvin since 1880. It ranks #816 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1315.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.7 %)
- NY (11.1 %)
- CA (8.1 %)
- PA (7.6 %)
- LA (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 146 |
| 1890-1900 | 190 |
| 1900-1910 | 326 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,070 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,364 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,551 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,994 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,830 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,444 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,197 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,096 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,155 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,651 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,278 |
| 2020-2029 | 640 |
Famous people named Elvin
- Elvin Jones: Drummer, Musician
- Elvin Hayes: Basketball player
- Elvin Bishop: Musician, Songwriter
Nicknames
El, Elvie
Fun facts
- Elvin derives from the Anglo-Saxon names Æðelwine (noble friend) or Ælfwine (elf friend).
- It belongs to a distinctive family of English masculine names ending in -vin, alongside Alvin, Melvin, and Kelvin.