Calvin
Calvin (name) means a male given name, notably borne by the French Protestant reformer John Calvin. Example: “Her son is named Calvin after his grandfather.”
How to Use Calvin
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA first name, historically tied to the theologian John Calvin and the branch of Protestantism (Calvinism) named after him.
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Her son is named _____ after his grandfather.
Etymology
A Latinized form of the French surname Cauvin, originally a nickname for a bald man.
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What does “Calvin” mean?
The word “Calvin” means a male given name, notably borne by the French Protestant reformer John Calvin. In plain terms, a first name, historically tied to the theologian John Calvin and the branch of Protestantism (Calvinism) named after him.
How do you pronounce “Calvin”?
“Calvin” is pronounced KAL-vihn (/ˈkælvɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Calvin” in a sentence?
Here is “Calvin” used in a sentence: “Her son is named Calvin after his grandfather.”
What part of speech is “Calvin”?
“Calvin” is a name.
Where does the word “Calvin” come from?
The word “Calvin” comes from Latin. A Latinized form of the French surname Cauvin, originally a nickname for a bald man.
Is “Calvin” a common word?
“Calvin” is a fairly common word in modern English.