Ervin vs Melvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ervin

Boy #1,939 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"honor-friend"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

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Ervin Rank #1,939

Melvin Rank #876

Melvin is more popular, ranked #876 vs #1939 for Ervin.

Is Ervin or Melvin more popular?

Melvin is more popular, ranked #876 compared to Ervin at #1939 in the United States.

What do Ervin and Melvin mean?

Ervin means "honor-friend" (Old High German origin). Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin).

Are Ervin and Melvin boy or girl names?

Ervin is primarily a boy name. Melvin is primarily a boy name.