Kelvin
Meaning
A River Of Scotland
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛlvɪn/
Traits associated with the name Kelvin:
Dogs named Kelvin tend to be loving, loyal, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Kelvin?
Naming your dog Kelvin suggests that you have an appreciation for science and technology. It may also suggest that you have a creative and unique sense of humor.
Is Kelvin a good dog name?
Kelvin has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Kelvin isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Kelvin is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Kelvin was, in the past month, the 4836th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Kelvin is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Kelvin was viewed 29 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Kelvin's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Kelvin is most adored in North Dakota, Virginia and California.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Minnesota, Arizona and District of Columbia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kelvin.
Most popular breeds named Kelvin:
- Pomeranian
- Corgi
Kelvin is found in these categories:
celestial
Named after a temperature scale used in astronomy studies.
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