Name:
Elvin
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
English
Meaning:
Elvin is an Old English name, derived from the Old English word 'aelfwine', composed of two words - 'aelf' meaning 'elf' and 'wine', meaning 'friend'. This name refers to someone who is a noble and generous friend. It is a variant of the English name Alvin.
Pronunciation:
EL-vin
The Five Elements:
Earth
Also Spelled Like...:
Elvyn
Famous Elvin:
Elvin Hayes : basketball player
Elvin Bishop : musician
Elvin Ivory : basketball player