Tim vs Mervin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tim

Boy #2,523 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"honoring God"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #2,414 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"marrow of the sea, sea fortress"

Origin: Welsh

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Tim Rank #2,523

Mervin Rank #2,414

Mervin is more popular, ranked #2414 vs #2523 for Tim.

Is Tim or Mervin more popular?

Mervin is more popular, ranked #2414 compared to Tim at #2523 in the United States.

What do Tim and Mervin mean?

Tim means "honoring God" (Greek origin). Mervin means "marrow of the sea, sea fortress" (Welsh origin).

Are Tim and Mervin boy or girl names?

Tim is primarily a boy name. Mervin is primarily a boy name.