Alvin Flickinger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alvin Flickinger — noble friend
158K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alvin Flickinger is a name that combines English origins. The first name Alvin is a masculine given name of English origin. Alvin is a male given name in several cultures. In the Balkans, it is popular among Bosniaks in the former Yugoslav nations, as well as among Albanians. The name is a variation of Elvin, another name commonly used within these groups. Its popularity among these communities is likely due to its similarity to Aldin, a name also shared by many in the region. Alvin was introduced in the 19th century based on surnames that were in turn derived from the Old English names Æthelwine and Ealdwine. The names mean "noble friend" and "old friend" respectively. The surname Flickinger: Andy Flickinger (born 1978), French cyclist Daniel Flickinger, audio engineer Daniel Kumler Flickinger (1824–1911), American bishop Don Flickinger (1907–1997), American surgeon Grace Mary Flickinger SBS (1935–2024), American biology professor Hali Flickinger (born 1994), American swimmer Jacob Flickinger, a victim of the 2024 World Central Kitchen aid convoy attack Jason Flickinger (born 1977), American rower Burt Flickinger Center, a sports venue in Buffalo, New York, United States Flickinger Center for Performing Arts, a theater in Alamogordo, New Mexico, United States Alvin is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 158K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Alvin reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alvin

Meaning: noble friend

English

Alvin is a male given name in several cultures. In the Balkans, it is popular among Bosniaks in the former Yugoslav nations, as well as among Albanians. The name is a variation of Elvin, another name commonly used within these groups. Its popularity among these communities is likely due to its similarity to Aldin, a name also shared by many in the region. Alvin was introduced in the 19th century based on surnames that were in turn derived from the Old English names Æthelwine and Ealdwine. The names mean "noble friend" and "old friend" respectively.

Surname: Flickinger

French

Andy Flickinger (born 1978), French cyclist Daniel Flickinger, audio engineer Daniel Kumler Flickinger (1824–1911), American bishop Don Flickinger (1907–1997), American surgeon Grace Mary Flickinger SBS (1935–2024), American biology professor Hali Flickinger (born 1994), American swimmer Jacob Flickinger, a victim of the 2024 World Central Kitchen aid convoy attack Jason Flickinger (born 1977), American rower Burt Flickinger Center, a sports venue in Buffalo, New York, United States Flickinger Center for Performing Arts, a theater in Alamogordo, New Mexico, United States

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Alvin is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Alvin by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alvin Flickinger:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Alvin?
The first name Alvin originates from English. Alvin is a male given name in several cultures. In the Balkans, it is popular among Bosniaks in the former Yugoslav nations, as well as among Albanians. The name is a variation of Elvin, another name commonly used within these groups. Its popularity among these communities is likely due to its similarity to Aldin, a name also shared by many in the region. Alvin was introduced in the 19th century based on surnames that were in turn derived from the Old English names Æthelwine and Ealdwine. The names mean "noble friend" and "old friend" respectively.
When was Alvin most popular?
The name Alvin reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Flickinger?
The surname Flickinger originates from French. Andy Flickinger (born 1978), French cyclist Daniel Flickinger, audio engineer Daniel Kumler Flickinger (1824–1911), American bishop Don Flickinger (1907–1997), American surgeon Grace Mary Flickinger SBS (1935–2024), American biology professor Hali Flickinger (born 1994), American swimmer Jacob Flickinger, a victim of the 2024 World Central Kitchen aid convoy attack Jason Flickinger (born 1977), American rower Burt Flickinger Center, a sports venue in Buffalo, New York, United States Flickinger Center for Performing Arts, a theater in Alamogordo, New Mexico, United States
What are the origins of the name Alvin Flickinger?
The name Alvin Flickinger combines two different traditions: the first name Alvin has English roots, while the surname Flickinger originates from French.
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