Melvin vs Stanley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melvin

Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

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Boy #877 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"stony meadow"

Origin: Old English

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Melvin Rank #876

Stanley Rank #877

Melvin is more popular, ranked #876 vs #877 for Stanley.

Is Melvin or Stanley more popular?

Melvin is more popular, ranked #876 compared to Stanley at #877 in the United States.

What do Melvin and Stanley mean?

Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin). Stanley means "stony meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Melvin and Stanley boy or girl names?

Melvin is primarily a boy name. Stanley is primarily a boy name.