Malvin
Malvin is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Council friend or chief.
Origin and history
Malvin is a masculine given name of Germanic and Gaelic origin, often considered a variant of Melvin or connected to Old English roots meaning 'council friend'. Historically used in the English-speaking world, it experienced moderate popularity in the early 20th century. Today, it remains a rare choice for newborn boys in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
2,673 babies in the United States have been named Malvin since 1880. It ranks #2509 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1901.
States where it is most popular
- AR (26 %)
- NY (22.5 %)
- PA (15.4 %)
- LA (13.7 %)
- TX (8.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 38 |
| 1910-1920 | 333 |
| 1920-1930 | 547 |
| 1930-1940 | 393 |
| 1940-1950 | 332 |
| 1950-1960 | 285 |
| 1960-1970 | 180 |
| 1970-1980 | 155 |
| 1980-1990 | 97 |
| 1990-2000 | 88 |
| 2000-2010 | 95 |
| 2010-2019 | 98 |
| 2020-2029 | 26 |
Nicknames
Mal
Fun facts
- Malvin was more commonly registered as a baby name in the early-to-mid 20th century in the United States.
- It often functions as an alternative spelling or variant of the more common name Melvin.