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The name Alvin is of English origin and is derived from two Old English words: "Aelf," meaning elf, and "Vin," meaning friend. The name, therefore, means "friend of the elves" or "noble friend." The name Alvin was first used as a surname in medieval times and later became a popular first name in English-speaking countries. It gained popularity in the United States in the 1920s and 1930s, likely due to the popularity of the personal name of Alvin York, a World War I hero. Famous people with the name Alvin include Alvin Ailey, the American choreographer, and Alvin Toffler, the American writer and futurist. The name has also been popularized in pop culture by characters such as Alvin and the Chipmunks.

According to data from BabyCenter, the name Alvin is most popular in the United States. It has also been popular in the Philippines and the United Kingdom.

Alvin is a traditional name with Germanic roots that has been popular for generations. If you like the name Alvin but are looking for something slightly different, here are some names with similar sounds and styles that you might like:

• Calvin
• Elvin
• Melvin
• Galvin
• Silvan
• Sylvan
• Irvin
• Arvin