Shelvin
boy nameShelvin entered the US charts in 1958, peaked at #3078 in 1975, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1958–2025
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rank today
#3078
peak (1975)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3944 |
| 1960s | #3640 |
| 1970s | #4698 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
| 1990s | #8459 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shelvin are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shelvin alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shelvin in 2025?
- Shelvin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shelvin most popular?
- Shelvin peaked in 1975, reaching #3078 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shelvin with classmates?
- Shelvin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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