Malvin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAL-vin / /ˈmæl.vɪn/Latin; Old English
Meaning
Latin: 'servant'; Old English: 'friend'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Malvin has roots in both Latin and Old English. In Latin, it is derived from 'Malvinus,' which suggests a connection to servitude or service. The Old English interpretation emphasizes friendship, reflecting a positive social bond. The name has been used in various cultures, though it remains relatively uncommon in modern times.
Trend Summary
Malvin has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining a rare choice for boys.
Similar Names
Variants
- Malvyn
- Malvinus
International Variants
- Malvino (Italian)
- Malvinho (Portuguese)
Famous people named Malvin
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Fictional characters named Malvin
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Malvin was first seen in the United States in 1886. Malvin has ranked as high as #816 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Arkansas, New York, Pennsylvania, Louisiana, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Malvin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Malvin (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 11 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 22 |
| 1913 | 40 |
| 1914 | 28 |
| 1915 | 49 |
| 1916 | 40 |
| 1917 | 45 |
| 1918 | 39 |
| 1919 | 50 |
| 1920 | 62 |
| 1921 | 68 |
| 1922 | 59 |
| 1923 | 40 |
| 1924 | 62 |
| 1925 | 56 |
| 1926 | 41 |
| 1927 | 58 |
| 1928 | 53 |
| 1929 | 48 |
| 1930 | 60 |
| 1931 | 43 |
| 1932 | 38 |
| 1933 | 32 |
| 1934 | 48 |
| 1935 | 48 |
| 1936 | 30 |
| 1937 | 29 |
| 1938 | 32 |
| 1939 | 33 |
| 1940 | 25 |
| 1941 | 36 |
| 1942 | 34 |
| 1943 | 37 |
| 1944 | 27 |
| 1945 | 28 |
| 1946 | 38 |
| 1947 | 46 |
| 1948 | 36 |
| 1949 | 25 |
| 1950 | 36 |
| 1951 | 31 |
| 1952 | 32 |
| 1953 | 37 |
| 1954 | 34 |
| 1955 | 28 |
| 1956 | 24 |
| 1957 | 27 |
| 1958 | 20 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 18 |
| 1962 | 24 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 18 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 23 |
| 1971 | 25 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |