What does the name Kelvin mean?

The name Kelvin means "Narrow water".

What is the origin of the name Kelvin?

Kelvin is a name of Scottish origin.

In 2023, 201 babies were named Kelvin in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

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

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 201 ↘

All-Time Total: 51,334

Peak Year: 1961

Kelvin is of Scottish origin, derived from the Scottish surname "Ceanfhionn," meaning "narrow water."

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Girl names closely related to Kelvin

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Births per year in the United States

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