Erwin vs Mervin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erwin

Boy #2,429 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"army friend, honorable companion"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #2,414 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"marrow of the sea, sea fortress"

Origin: Welsh

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Erwin Rank #2,429

Mervin Rank #2,414

Mervin is more popular, ranked #2414 vs #2429 for Erwin.

Is Erwin or Mervin more popular?

Mervin is more popular, ranked #2414 compared to Erwin at #2429 in the United States.

What do Erwin and Mervin mean?

Erwin means "army friend, honorable companion" (Old High German origin). Mervin means "marrow of the sea, sea fortress" (Welsh origin).

Are Erwin and Mervin boy or girl names?

Erwin is primarily a boy name. Mervin is primarily a boy name.