Mervyn Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Mervyn Name at a Glance

Name	Mervyn
Meaning	Variant of Marvin: Famous friend.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Mervyn Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Mervyn means “Variant of Marvin: Famous friend”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Mervyn Name Origin

Our database records Mervyn under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Mervyn a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Mervyn is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Mervyn

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