Galvin
- Pronunciation
- [Gal-vin]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Sparrow
- Origin
- Celtic
Galvin Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 906 baby boys have been named Galvin. The name peaked in 2008 with 25 US births that year (rank #4066). In 2024, ranked #8517 nationally — 4,451 places below its 2008 peak.
Top States for Galvin
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Galvin births are: California (11), Alabama (5).
Other Celtic-Origin Names Like Galvin
If you like Galvin's Celtic origin, consider these related names: Adair, Adsaluta, Aengus, Ahearn, Aife. Browse all Celtic names →
6-Letter Names Starting with G
Names with Galvin's exact length and starting letter: Gaagii, Gabbar, Gabhan, Gabino, Gabrio.
Quick Facts About Galvin
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gal | Wave | Male | Hebrew |
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Compare Galvin to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Galvin against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).