Marvin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-vin / /ˈmɑːrvɪn/English; Welsh
Meaning
English: sea friend; Welsh: marf (sea) + gwin (friend)
Historical & Cultural Background
Marvin has roots in both English and Welsh cultures. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name is often associated with a friendly and approachable demeanor. It has been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and music.
Trend Summary
Marvin experienced a decline in popularity in the late 20th century but remains a recognizable name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marv
- Marvinus
International Variants
- Marvyn (English)
- Marvino (Italian)
Famous people named Marvin
Marvin Gaye was an influential American singer and songwriter known for his contributions to the Motown sound.
Marvin Minsky was a prominent American cognitive scientist and co-founder of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's AI laboratory.
Marvin Hamlisch was an acclaimed American composer and conductor, recognized for his work in film and theater.
Marvin the Martian is a fictional character from the Looney Tunes franchise, known for his distinctive Roman soldier appearance.
Fictional characters named Marvin
Marvin the Martian is a character from the Looney Tunes franchise, known for his attempts to destroy Earth.
Marvin, the Paranoid Android is a character from Douglas Adams' 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', known for his depressed demeanor.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marvin was first seen in the United States in 1880. Marvin has ranked as high as #107 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, North Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Marvin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marvin (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 49 | |
TX | 44 | |
NY | 23 | |
PA | 18 | |
FL | 18 | |
GA | 17 | |
OH | 17 | |
VA | 16 | |
NC | 15 | |
MD | 14 | |
MI | 13 | |
IN | 11 | |
IL | 10 | |
MA | 9 | |
TN | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 69 |
1881 | 57 |
1882 | 64 |
1883 | 71 |
1884 | 73 |
1885 | 65 |
1886 | 90 |
1887 | 70 |
1888 | 90 |
1889 | 77 |
1890 | 99 |
1891 | 93 |
1892 | 88 |
1893 | 102 |
1894 | 92 |
1895 | 107 |
1896 | 93 |
1897 | 134 |
1898 | 127 |
1899 | 138 |
1900 | 176 |
1901 | 145 |
1902 | 186 |
1903 | 185 |
1904 | 203 |
1905 | 215 |
1906 | 245 |
1907 | 304 |
1908 | 311 |
1909 | 354 |
1910 | 413 |
1911 | 488 |
1912 | 958 |
1913 | 1,236 |
1914 | 1,627 |
1915 | 2,227 |
1916 | 2,529 |
1917 | 2,517 |
1918 | 2,829 |
1919 | 2,997 |
1920 | 3,244 |
1921 | 3,490 |
1922 | 3,580 |
1923 | 3,810 |
1924 | 4,024 |
1925 | 4,092 |
1926 | 4,111 |
1927 | 4,397 |
1928 | 4,452 |
1929 | 4,389 |
1930 | 4,403 |
1931 | 4,360 |
1932 | 4,188 |
1933 | 4,131 |
1934 | 4,217 |
1935 | 4,278 |
1936 | 3,936 |
1937 | 3,912 |
1938 | 3,900 |
1939 | 3,758 |
1940 | 3,502 |
1941 | 3,626 |
1942 | 3,792 |
1943 | 3,939 |
1944 | 3,568 |
1945 | 3,294 |
1946 | 3,600 |
1947 | 3,773 |
1948 | 3,625 |
1949 | 3,725 |
1950 | 3,493 |
1951 | 3,557 |
1952 | 3,575 |
1953 | 3,564 |
1954 | 3,498 |
1955 | 3,660 |
1956 | 3,482 |
1957 | 3,408 |
1958 | 3,301 |
1959 | 3,168 |
1960 | 3,276 |
1961 | 3,185 |
1962 | 3,130 |
1963 | 2,975 |
1964 | 2,977 |
1965 | 2,969 |
1966 | 2,735 |
1967 | 2,427 |
1968 | 2,255 |
1969 | 2,198 |
1970 | 2,036 |
1971 | 1,931 |
1972 | 1,594 |
1973 | 1,506 |
1974 | 1,486 |
1975 | 1,309 |
1976 | 1,253 |
1977 | 1,172 |
1978 | 1,200 |
1979 | 1,245 |
1980 | 1,224 |
1981 | 1,171 |
1982 | 1,135 |
1983 | 1,172 |
1984 | 1,100 |
1985 | 1,143 |
1986 | 1,137 |
1987 | 1,079 |
1988 | 1,152 |
1989 | 1,191 |
1990 | 1,216 |
1991 | 1,193 |
1992 | 1,175 |
1993 | 1,081 |
1994 | 978 |
1995 | 843 |
1996 | 871 |
1997 | 858 |
1998 | 840 |
1999 | 765 |
2000 | 815 |
2001 | 809 |
2002 | 802 |
2003 | 870 |
2004 | 802 |
2005 | 809 |
2006 | 896 |
2007 | 887 |
2008 | 827 |
2009 | 710 |
2010 | 636 |
2011 | 577 |
2012 | 581 |
2013 | 550 |
2014 | 571 |
2015 | 522 |
2016 | 533 |
2017 | 487 |
2018 | 480 |
2019 | 477 |
2020 | 451 |
2021 | 450 |
2022 | 457 |
2023 | 432 |
2024 | 406 |