Marvella Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmar-VEL-uh / mɑːrˈvɛləLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: marvelous; English: wonderful
Historical & Cultural Background
Marvella is derived from the Latin word 'mirabilis,' meaning marvelous or wonderful. It is often associated with a sense of beauty and admiration. The name has been used in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century, as a feminine form of the name Marvel. Its usage has remained relatively rare, contributing to its unique charm.
Trend Summary
Marvella has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining a unique choice.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marvella was first seen in the United States in 1910. Marvella has ranked as high as #854 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in California, Iowa, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Marvella has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marvella (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 23 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1925 | 26 |
| 1926 | 24 |
| 1927 | 35 |
| 1928 | 17 |
| 1929 | 22 |
| 1930 | 22 |
| 1931 | 27 |
| 1932 | 25 |
| 1933 | 16 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 17 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 21 |
| 1938 | 15 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 23 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 21 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 27 |
| 1949 | 26 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 23 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 17 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 24 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 21 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 21 |