Marvin vs Trevor

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Marvin Rank #672
Trevor Rank #626

Trevor is more popular, ranked #626 vs #672 for Marvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marvin or Trevor more popular?

Trevor is more popular, ranked #626 compared to Marvin at #672 in the United States.

What do Marvin and Trevor mean?

Marvin means "sea fortress, sea friend" (Old Welsh Mervyn origin). Trevor means "large homestead, great settlement" (Welsh origin).

Are Marvin and Trevor boy or girl names?

Marvin is primarily a boy name. Trevor is primarily a boy name.

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