How popular is the name Alvan in 2025?

Alvan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Alvan most popular?

Alvan peaked in 1883, reaching #892 among US boy names.

Alvan will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Alvan entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #892 in 1883, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#892

peak (1883)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 400 people named Alvan are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Alvan alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Alvan in 2025?: Alvan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Alvan most popular?: Alvan peaked in 1883, reaching #892 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Alvan with classmates?: Alvan will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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