Marvis
Marvis is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Derived as a modern blend or variant, potentially linked to 'songbird' (from Mavis) or 'miracle' (from Marvel).
Origin and history
Marvis is a rare masculine given name of English origin, likely created as a variant of Mavis or Marvel. Historically used in the United States throughout the twentieth century, it remains an unusual choice today.
Popularity in the United States
1,102 babies in the United States have been named Marvis since 1880. It ranks #3587 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (47.6 %)
- AL (28.6 %)
- MS (23.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 27 |
| 1920-1930 | 114 |
| 1930-1940 | 102 |
| 1940-1950 | 98 |
| 1950-1960 | 110 |
| 1960-1970 | 118 |
| 1970-1980 | 151 |
| 1980-1990 | 208 |
| 1990-2000 | 66 |
| 2000-2010 | 64 |
| 2010-2019 | 44 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Marvis
- Marvis Frazier: Professional Boxer
Fun facts
- Marvis experienced its peak usage in the United States during the mid-20th century before becoming exceptionally rare.
- It shares phonetic characteristics with traditional masculine names like Jarvis and Marvin.