MARVIN
Marvin
Marvin is an English surname of Norman-French origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name Mærwine, which consists of the elements mær, meaning famous, and wine, meaning friend. This name entered England after the Norman Conquest of 1066 and has evolved into the modern surname Marvin.
The surname Marvin is mainly found in Britain and the United States, with a concentration of individuals bearing this name residing in regions such as Yorkshire, Devon, and London in England. Over time, the surname has been carried by various notable individuals, including artists, musicians, and actors.
The Marvin family name has a rich and diverse history, with different branches of the family establishing themselves in various parts of England and beyond. The name has undergone phonetic and spelling variations over the centuries, leading to the emergence of different forms such as Marvine and Marvyn.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Marvin can be found in different professions and walks of life, contributing to the cultural tapestry of Britain and other countries where this name has taken root.
There are approximately 1,071 people named Marvin in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,002nd most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Marvin.
Surname type: From given name or forename
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Norman
- Paul
- Richard
Female
- Claire
- Eileen
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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