Selvin
boy name#2833 in 2025Selvin entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2121 in 1960, ranks #2833 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#2833
rank today
#2121
peak (1960)
44
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3608 |
| 1920s | #3393 |
| 1930s | #3311 |
| 1940s | #2996 |
| 1950s | #3392 |
| 1960s | #3218 |
| 1970s | #4987 |
| 1980s | #5934 |
| 1990s | #3689 |
| 2000s | #2616 |
| 2010s | #3059 |
| 2020s | #2586 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Selvin has been most popular in TX, CA, MD.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Selvin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Selvin alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Selvin in 2025?
- Selvin ranks #2833 among US boy names in 2025, with 44 babies given the name.
- When was the name Selvin most popular?
- Selvin peaked in 1960, reaching #2121 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Selvin with classmates?
- Selvin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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