Boys name · Iowa
Calvin in Iowa
Calvin was the 76th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 43 babies named Calvin that year. Since 1911, Iowa families have named 2,799 babies Calvin.
Popularity over time
Calvin in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 7 | 88th |
| 1928 | 29 | 122nd |
| 1944 | 16 | 174th |
| 1959 | 33 | 134th |
| 1978 | 6 | 268th |
| 1994 | 16 | 164th |
| 2010 | 26 | 153rd |
| 2025 | 43 | 76th |
Its rank among boys names in Iowa climbed from 88th in 1911 to 76th in 2025.
The most babies named Calvin in Iowa in a single year was 103, in 1924. Its best showing was 31st among boys names in 2022.
Across the country, Calvin reached its best rank of 16th in Oklahoma (1924). See Calvin in every state →
How popular is Calvin in Iowa?
Calvin was the 76th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 43 babies named Calvin that year. Since 1911, Iowa families have named 2,799 babies Calvin.
How many babies are named Calvin in Iowa?
In 2025, 43 babies were named Calvin in Iowa. The most babies named Calvin in Iowa in a single year was 103, in 1924.
What is the rank of Calvin in Iowa?
Calvin ranked 76th among boys names in Iowa in 2025. Its best showing was 31st among boys names in 2022.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.