Holding steady.
Popularity of Calvina since 1924
Babies named Calvina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 36 |
| 1980s | 59 |
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Calvina is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1924. It reached its highest usage in 1985, when it was recorded for a few girls, but has remained extremely uncommon since then. The name has never charted in the top 1000, and recent data from 2025 shows it is still used only sporadically. Calvina is most likely a feminized version of Calvin, a name with historic weight due to John Calvin. Parents drawn to Calvina may appreciate its melodic sound and connection to a classic name, without the popularity of Calvin. The name has no strong regional ties, as it has never appeared in top state lists. While its meaning is linked to 'bald', the name carries a soft, vintage feel.
Calvina appears to be a feminine elaboration of the name Calvin, which itself derives from the French surname Cauvin, a diminutive of 'calvin' meaning 'bald' or 'little bald one'. The name Calvin was popularized by the 16th-century theologian John Calvin, and Calvina likely emerged as a rare feminine counterpart in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cal, Vina, Cally
Sibling names for Calvina
Names that share Calvina's style, for a brother or sister.
