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Alvin

/alvihn/
English Male

Alvin is a English name meaning "Friend of elves". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Albania, Angola, Argentina. The name Alvin has uncertain origins. It's possibly derived from Old English Ælfwine (ælf "elf" + wine "friend") or from Old High German Adalwin (adal "noble" + win "friend").

Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic alvihn
IPA ælvɪn

Say it as alvihn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

  • · Alvin Ailey - Choreographer
  • · Alvin York - World War I Hero
  • · Alvin Lee - Musician

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