Alvin
boy name#838 in 2025Alvin entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #66 in 1927, ranks #838 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#838
rank today
#66
peak (1927)
294
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #114 |
| 1890s | #106 |
| 1900s | #93 |
| 1910s | #82 |
| 1920s | #73 |
| 1930s | #91 |
| 1940s | #118 |
| 1950s | #136 |
| 1960s | #191 |
| 1970s | #245 |
| 1980s | #288 |
| 1990s | #400 |
| 2000s | #486 |
| 2010s | #587 |
| 2020s | #764 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alvin has been most popular in CA, NY, PA.
Living bearers
About 75,000 people named Alvin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alvin alive today was born around 1945, making them about 80 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alvin in 2025?
- Alvin ranks #838 among US boy names in 2025, with 294 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alvin most popular?
- Alvin peaked in 1927, reaching #66 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Alvin with classmates?
- Alvin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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