Kelvis
Scottish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Kelvis
Kelvis is a modern name derived from the Scottish surname Kelvin, which originates from the River Kelvin in Glasgow and means "narrow river" or "ship friend" from Gaelic roots.
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Etymology
Kelvis is a modern name derived from the Scottish surname Kelvin, which originates from the River Kelvin in Glasgow and means "narrow river" or "ship friend" from Gaelic roots. The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Scotland and among African-American communities, with no specific religious affiliation.
Kelvis currently ranks #11,562 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1989.
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