Marvin
m(a)-rvin,
mar-vin
US Popularity:1316
Origin:Welsh
Other Origin(s):British
Meaning:Sea friend; Lover of the sea; Famous friend; Sea noble; Bone marrow
Marvin is a boy’s name of Welsh and Old English origin. The title is derived from Mervyn, the Anglicized form of Merfyn, and can possibly mean "sea friend," "sea noble," or "bone marrow." To continue this nautical tone, Marvin may also come from the Old English words mere and win, meaning "lover of the sea," as well as the name Mærwine, meaning "famous friend." Navigating its way across the Atlantic Ocean, this is also the name of many well-known people throughout history. From Marvin Gaye to both Neil Simon and Meatloaf, whose given names are, you guessed it, Marvin, your little one could follow in these artistic footsteps. Even if baby's passion isn't in music, but in sports, they're sure to find inspiration in the countless athletic Marvins that came before them.
Famous People Named Marvin
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Marvin GayeSinger
How Popular Is The Name Marvin?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Marvin is currently #1103 on The Bump
Boy:Marvin is currently #617 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Marvin is currently #1316 in U.S. births
Boy:Marvin is currently #645 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#645
in 2023
- 31
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Marvin, December 2022
Behind the Name, Merfyn, January 2022
Behind the Name, Mærwine, December 2022
WordSense, mere
WordSense, win
Britannica, Neil Simon, American dramatist, January 2024
IMDb, Meat Loaf Biography
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