Kervin vs Melvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kervin

Boy #6,465 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"beloved friend, gentle one"

Origin: Old Irish/Celtic

English American Caribbean

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Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

English American Scandinavian Welsh

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Kervin Rank #6,465

Melvin Rank #876

Melvin is more popular, ranked #876 vs #6465 for Kervin.

Is Kervin or Melvin more popular?

Melvin is more popular, ranked #876 compared to Kervin at #6465 in the United States.

What do Kervin and Melvin mean?

Kervin means "beloved friend, gentle one" (Old Irish/Celtic origin). Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin).

Are Kervin and Melvin boy or girl names?

Kervin is primarily a boy name. Melvin is primarily a boy name.