Marva
GirlMarva is a girl's name of Modern American (from Mary/Marvin) origin meaning "Of the sea; famous and bright.". It is pronounced MAR-vuh. Today it is a popular name (popularity 84/100) and fading.
Modern American (from Mary/Marvin) origin · /MAR-vuh/ · vintage
Meaning: Of the sea; famous and bright.
Insights
Most popular in the 1940s.
Today, Marva is a popular, familiar name (popularity 84/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Marva
What does Marva mean?
Marva means "Of the sea; famous and bright.". It is of Modern American (from Mary/Marvin) origin.
Is Marva a boy or girl name?
Marva is traditionally a girl's name.
How popular is Marva?
Marva is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 84/100. It was most popular in the 1940s.
How is Marva pronounced?
Marva is pronounced MAR-vuh.
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