Marvin

Meaning of Marvin

Possibly "sea friend" or "famous friend."

Marvin has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Marvin

Marvin has cooled off, slipping to #699 in 2025, down from a peak of #333 in 2003.

Notable people named Marvin

• Marvin Gaye
  Legendary soul singer
• Marvin Hamlisch
  Composer for stage and screen
• Marvin Hagler
  Middleweight boxing champion
• Marvin Miller
  Baseball union leader
• Marvin Eastman
  Mixed martial artist

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Questions about the name Marvin

What does the name Marvin mean?

Marvin means possibly "sea friend" or "famous friend.", and it comes from English origins.

Is Marvin a boy's or a girl's name?

Marvin is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Marvin?

In 2025, Marvin ranked #699 for boys, down from #671 the year before.

When was Marvin most popular?

Marvin peaked at #333 in 2003.