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Alvin is a masculine given name widely used in English-speaking countries and occasionally a surname. In given-name usage, it has appeared since at least the 19th century. The etymology is uncertain, but it is generally regarded as of English origin.

Notable people with the name include American dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey (1931–1989); World War I hero Alvin York (1887–1964); American writer and futurist Alvin Toffler (1928–2016); philosopher Alvin Plantinga (born 1932); blues-rock guitarist Alvin Lee (1944–2013); and American football player Alvin Kamara (born 1995).

In popular culture, Alvin is best known as one of the Chipmunks in the franchise Alvin and the Chipmunks, created by Ross Bagdasarian Sr. The character Alvin is the lead singer of the trio.

Geographically, Alvin appears as a place name in the United States; for example, Alvin, Texas, a city in Brazoria County.