How popular is the name Garvin in 2025?

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

When was the name Garvin most popular?

Garvin peaked in 1902, reaching #794 among US boy names.

Garvin will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Garvin entered the US charts in 1894, peaked at #794 in 1902, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#794

peak (1902)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,300 people named Garvin are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Garvin alive today was born around 1952, making them about 73 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Garvin in 2025?: Garvin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Garvin most popular?: Garvin peaked in 1902, reaching #794 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Garvin with classmates?: Garvin will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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