Trey vs Marvin

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

Trey Rank #790
Marvin Rank #672

Marvin is more popular, ranked #672 vs #790 for Trey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trey or Marvin more popular?

Marvin is more popular, ranked #672 compared to Trey at #790 in the United States.

What do Trey and Marvin mean?

Trey means "three, the third" (Old French origin). Marvin means "sea fortress, sea friend" (Old Welsh Mervyn origin).

Are Trey and Marvin boy or girl names?

Trey is primarily a boy name. Marvin is primarily a boy name.

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