Mervin
Mervin is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Famous hill or marrow prominent; possibly derived from Welsh 'Merfyn'.
Origin and history
Mervin is an Anglicized form of the Welsh name Merfyn, historically borne by medieval Welsh rulers. It enjoyed moderate popularity in the United States during the early to mid-20th century. Today, it is a traditional, less common choice for baby boys in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
12,322 babies in the United States have been named Mervin since 1880. It ranks #1065 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1603.
States where it is most popular
- PA (26.4 %)
- OH (10.5 %)
- CA (7.8 %)
- LA (7.4 %)
- IN (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 87 |
| 1890-1900 | 94 |
| 1900-1910 | 149 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,289 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,216 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,839 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,461 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,135 |
| 1960-1970 | 920 |
| 1970-1980 | 601 |
| 1980-1990 | 552 |
| 1990-2000 | 608 |
| 2000-2010 | 553 |
| 2010-2019 | 494 |
| 2020-2029 | 324 |
Famous people named Mervin
- Mervin Jackson: Basketball Player
- Mervin Kelly: Physicist, Executive
Nicknames
Merv
Fun facts
- Merfyn Frych was an 9th-century King of Gwynedd and the father of Rhodri the Great.
- Mervin is a common spelling variant of the classic Welsh name Mervyn.