Calvert

Meaning

A calf herder or one who tends to calves.

Etymology

Calvert derives from the Old English 'calf' combined with 'herd' or 'herde', originally describing someone who herded calves. The name became established as a surname in medieval England.

About the Name Calvert

Calvert is primarily a surname with occupational origins in English heritage. It has occasionally been adopted as a given name, particularly in families with historical connections to the name.

Notable Bearers

Historical People Named Calvert