Dalvin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dalvin is a modern English name that signifies 'valley friend'. It has evolved in recent history and is characterized by its uniqueness. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Dalvin is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dalvin has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Dalvin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6197th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5372nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4902nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4282nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1585th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3325th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5306th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dalvin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dalvin"
Pronunciation
/ˈdæl.vɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Dalvin is believed to be a modern invention, possibly derived from a combination of the name 'Dal' and the suffix '-vin'. The roots of 'Dal' can be traced to various meanings in different cultures, often associated with valley or lowland.
Meaning
Valley friend
Language Evolution
Dalvin
Historical Usage
Dalvin gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a unique and contemporary given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Dal, Vin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dalvin is perceived as a modern and distinctive name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dalvin Cook, Dalvin DeGrate
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dalvin"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Dalvin"
"Dalvin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6197th of 7545 | 14 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5372nd of 6773 | 17 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4902nd of 7552 | 36 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4282nd of 10718 | 94 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1585th of 16616 | 791 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3325th of 24088 | 471 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5306th of 23106 | 209 |
Regional Popularity of "Dalvin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
34.36% 1266th/3685 |
38.66% 1730th/4475 |
18.89% 981st/5194 |
44.56% 2815th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
31.98% 2339th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
- | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dalvin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dalvin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dalvin" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.