Alvin Moultrie

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alvin Moultrie — noble friend
158K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alvin Moultrie 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 Moultrie: Surname Arnett Moultrie (born 1990), American basketball player Gerard Moultrie (1829–1885), English public schoolmaster and Anglican hymnographer Halson Moultrie (born 1952), Bahamian politician John Moultrie (politician) (1729–1798), American politician John Moultrie (poet) (1799–1874), English clergyman, poet, and hymn writer Khalid Moultrie (born 1995), American actor Olivia Moultrie (born 2005), American soccer player William Moultrie (1730–1805), American Revolutionary War general The Moultrays of Seafield in Fife, a Scottish aristocratic family Moultrie Kelsall (1901–1980), Scottish act. 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: Moultrie

Scottish

Surname Arnett Moultrie (born 1990), American basketball player Gerard Moultrie (1829–1885), English public schoolmaster and Anglican hymnographer Halson Moultrie (born 1952), Bahamian politician John Moultrie (politician) (1729–1798), American politician John Moultrie (poet) (1799–1874), English clergyman, poet, and hymn writer Khalid Moultrie (born 1995), American actor Olivia Moultrie (born 2005), American soccer player William Moultrie (1730–1805), American Revolutionary War general The Moultrays of Seafield in Fife, a Scottish aristocratic family Moultrie Kelsall (1901–1980), Scottish act.

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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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Notable People Named Alvin Moultrie

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Moultrie?
The surname Moultrie originates from Scottish. Surname Arnett Moultrie (born 1990), American basketball player Gerard Moultrie (1829–1885), English public schoolmaster and Anglican hymnographer Halson Moultrie (born 1952), Bahamian politician John Moultrie (politician) (1729–1798), American politician John Moultrie (poet) (1799–1874), English clergyman, poet, and hymn writer Khalid Moultrie (born 1995), American actor Olivia Moultrie (born 2005), American soccer player William Moultrie (1730–1805), American Revolutionary War general The Moultrays of Seafield in Fife, a Scottish aristocratic family Moultrie Kelsall (1901–1980), Scottish act.
What are the origins of the name Alvin Moultrie?
The name Alvin Moultrie combines two different traditions: the first name Alvin has English roots, while the surname Moultrie originates from Scottish.
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