What does the name Elvin mean?

The name Elvin means "Old friend".

What is the origin of the name Elvin?

Elvin is a name of English origin.

How popular is the name Elvin?

In 2023, 118 babies were named Elvin in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Is Elvin a boy's name?

Yes, Elvin is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Elvin

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Births Last Year: 118 →

All-Time Total: 20,168

Peak Year: 1927

Elvin is of uncertain origin and meaning. It may be derived from the Old English name Ælfwine, meaning "elf friend," or from the Old English word "elfen," meaning "elf-like."

Notable Namesakes

Elvin Hayes - Basketball player, Hall of Famer.
Elvin Jones - Jazz drummer, part of John Coltrane Quartet.
Elvin Bishop - Blues musician, "Fooled Around and Fell in Love."
Elvin Bethea - NFL player, Houston Oilers defensive end.
Elvin Ng - Singaporean actor, TV host.

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Elvin

Wilmer Jael Darwin Rian Ariel Marc Aayan Josh

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Elvin

Jaime Sanaya Naila Suri Ameerah Michele Ester Sharon

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Elvin

Alden Alvin Alvina

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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