NAME PROFILE
Marvin
Marvin is a name of Welsh origin, meaning 'sea hill.' It evokes strength and steadfastness, suggesting a person who is both grounded and imaginative. Marvin carries a sense of charm and creativity, often associated with artistic talents and a love for the arts.
Key Stats
| Total births | 255,807 |
| Gender | Male (96% / 4%) |
| Peak year | 1928 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 20%CA — 20%NY — 20%GA — 20%NC — 20%
Notable People
Marvin Gaye (Singer, *Sexual Healing*) · Marvin the Martian (Cartoon character from *Looney Tunes*) · Marvin Minsky (Cognitive scientist and co-founder of AI lab at MIT) · Marvin Hamlisch (Composer, known for *A Chorus Line*) · Marvin Bagley III (Professional basketball player)
Nicknames & Diminutives
MarvMarvy
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