Calvin
Calvin comes from the Latin "calvinus," meaning bald — a diminutive of "calvus" (bald). The name was a surname in medieval France. Jean Calvin (1509-1564), the French theologian who founded Calvinism and shaped the Protestant Reformation, is the most famous historical bearer. His theology influenced Puritan New England and the founding of America. Calvin was a top-100 American name from 1900 to 1935, declined mid-century, and then had a remarkable revival. It re-entered the top 200 in 2015 and continues to climb. Calvin Coolidge (1872-1933), the 30th US President known for his quiet demeanor and conservative governance, is the most famous American bearer. Calvin (the comic strip character in Bill Watterson's "Calvin and Hobbes," 1985-1995) gave the name a beloved pop-culture charge. I find Calvin has a brisk, slightly vintage quality — the "C" opening is firm, and the single syllable is direct. The "v" gives it a slight edge. Calvin Klein (born 1942), the fashion designer, gave the name a contemporary charge. Calvin is a male name of Latin origin that means "Bald (from calvinus)". Brisk, vintage, and quietly imaginative. The name sounds direct. Calvins tend to be witty. US top 200 since 2015. Rising. Well-known people named Calvin include Jean Calvin (theologian), Calvin Coolidge (US President), Calvin (Calvin and Hobbes), Calvin Klein (designer). Common variations and related forms of Calvin include Calvino (Italian), Cal (short form), Kalvin (variant), Calvyn (modern).