Stanley vs Melvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stanley

Boy #877 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"stony meadow"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

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Stanley Rank #877

Melvin Rank #876

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

Is Stanley or Melvin more popular?

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

What do Stanley and Melvin mean?

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

Are Stanley and Melvin boy or girl names?

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