Marvin

Boy

Welsh origin · /MAR-vin/ · classic

Meaning: Sea friend.

Popularity 60/1002 syllables↓ Falling

Insights

Today, Marvin is an uncommon name (popularity 60/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

The name Marvin is derived from the Welsh name 'Mervyn', which combines the elements 'mer' (meaning 'sea') and 'fryn' (meaning 'friend'). It gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 19th and 20th centuries.

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