Jamie vs Marvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marvin

Boy #672 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea fortress, sea friend"

Origin: Old Welsh Mervyn

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#672
Total SSA Count
406
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Jamie Rank #625
Marvin Rank #672

Jamie is more popular, ranked #625 vs #672 for Marvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jamie or Marvin more popular?

Jamie is more popular, ranked #625 compared to Marvin at #672 in the United States.

What do Jamie and Marvin mean?

Jamie means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin). Marvin means "sea fortress, sea friend" (Old Welsh Mervyn origin).

Are Jamie and Marvin boy or girl names?

Jamie is primarily a boy name. Marvin is primarily a boy name.

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