Marvin
/mahrvihn/ English Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Marvin is a English name meaning "It descends from the meaning of "The big one" or "The guy with a high reputation" ". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Angola, Argentina, Austria. The name Marvin is of disputed origin. Some sources suggest Old English elements 'mær' (famous) and 'wine' (friend), while others propose a derivation from the Welsh name Mervyn.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Unisex
Phonetic mahrvihn
IPA mɑɹvɪn
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as mahrvihn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Marvin
- · Marvin Gaye - Singer
- · Marvin Hamlisch - Composer
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