Raylan vs Marvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raylan

Boy #717 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ray of light, bright counsel"

Origin: Old English rǣd + land

American English

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Boy #672 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sea fortress, sea friend"

Origin: Old Welsh Mervyn

English American Welsh

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Raylan Rank #717

Marvin Rank #672

Marvin is more popular, ranked #672 vs #717 for Raylan.

Is Raylan or Marvin more popular?

Marvin is more popular, ranked #672 compared to Raylan at #717 in the United States.

What do Raylan and Marvin mean?

Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin). Marvin means "sea fortress, sea friend" (Old Welsh Mervyn origin).

Are Raylan and Marvin boy or girl names?

Raylan is primarily a boy name. Marvin is primarily a boy name.