Marvel Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-vuhl / /ˈmɑːrvəl/English; Latin
Meaning
English: extraordinary; Latin: to marvel at
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marvel has roots in English and Latin, often associated with wonder and amazement. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the context of comic books and popular culture. The name is also linked to the Marvel Comics franchise, which has significantly influenced modern media and entertainment.
Trend Summary
The name Marvel has seen a rise in interest due to its association with popular culture, particularly in the last few decades.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marvel was first seen in the United States in 1907. Marvel has ranked as high as #1340 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Marvel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marvel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 25 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 25 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1925 | 18 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 12 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 16 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 16 |