Marvis Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-vis / ˈmɑːrvɪsEnglish; Latin
Meaning
Latin: 'of Mars'; English: 'sea' (variant of Marvin)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marvis is often considered a variant of Marvin, which has Welsh origins. Marvin gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name Marvis itself has seen limited use and is not widely recognized in historical texts.
Trend Summary
The name Marvis has not been widely popular in the United States and remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marvin
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marvis was first seen in the United States in 1915. Marvis has ranked as high as #1079 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in Alabama, Mississippi, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Marvis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marvis (1983)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 13 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 17 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 15 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 22 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 37 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2018 | 7 |