Marvin vs Mervin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marvin

Boy #672 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sea fortress, sea friend"

Origin: Old Welsh Mervyn

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Boy #2,414 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"marrow of the sea, sea fortress"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh English American

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Marvin Rank #672

Mervin Rank #2,414

Marvin is more popular, ranked #672 vs #2414 for Mervin.

Is Marvin or Mervin more popular?

Marvin is more popular, ranked #672 compared to Mervin at #2414 in the United States.

What do Marvin and Mervin mean?

Marvin means "sea fortress, sea friend" (Old Welsh Mervyn origin). Mervin means "marrow of the sea, sea fortress" (Welsh origin).

Are Marvin and Mervin boy or girl names?

Marvin is primarily a boy name. Mervin is primarily a boy name.