Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Calvert since 1902
Babies named Calvert per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1924, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Calvert's real moment was 1902.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 172 |
| 1920s | 236 |
| 1930s | 186 |
| 1940s | 186 |
| 1950s | 233 |
| 1960s | 199 |
| 1970s | 126 |
| 1980s | 119 |
| 1990s | 97 |
| 2000s | 56 |
| 2010s | 46 |
| 2020s | 40 |
Meaning & origin
Calvert is a rare English surname-turned-given name that peaked in popularity in 1902, its first recorded year, when it ranked 10,695th with a birth rate of approximately 1 in 284,679. The name has remained stable over its recorded history, never falling into obscurity nor experiencing a revival. Its occupational meaning 'calf-herd' ties it to pastoral English roots, and it carries a dignified, old-fashioned charm. Despite its low frequency, Calvert has never been recorded as being more popular in any particular U.S. state, indicating a scattered use. As of 2025, it remains a distinctive choice for those seeking a classic yet uncommon name.
Calvert is derived from the Old English elements 'calf' (calf) and 'hierde' (herdsman), literally meaning 'calf-herd'. It originated as an occupational surname for someone who tended calves or cattle. As a given name, it came into use in the 19th century, particularly in the United States, following the surname tradition. The name is also associated with the English family Calvert, founders of the Maryland colony.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cal
Sibling names for Calvert
Names that share Calvert's style, for a brother or sister.
