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Doris vs Malvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Doris

Boy #19,879 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of the ocean"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,879
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Malvin

Boy #19,826 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"servant of St. Fillan"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,826
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Doris Rank #19,879
Malvin Rank #19,826

Malvin is more popular, ranked #19826 vs #19879 for Doris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Doris or Malvin more popular?

Malvin is more popular, ranked #19826 compared to Doris at #19879 in the United States.

What do Doris and Malvin mean?

Doris means "gift of the ocean" (Greek origin). Malvin means "servant of St. Fillan" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Doris and Malvin boy or girl names?

Doris is primarily a boy name. Malvin is primarily a boy name.

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