Marvens Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marvens originates from the French adaptation of the Welsh name Mervyn, meaning 'sea hill' or 'sea friend.' The name has evolved through various historical forms, showcasing its journey through language changes. It reflects traits of uniqueness and creativity, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Marvens is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Marvens has been stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Marvens' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7684th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4143rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Marvens' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marvens"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑrvənz/
Origin
French
Etymology
Marvens is believed to be derived from the name 'Marvin,' which has roots in the Welsh name 'Mervyn,' meaning 'sea hill' or 'sea friend.' The 's' ending is a common feature in French names.
Meaning
sea hill, sea friend
Language Evolution
Mervyn (Welsh), Marvin (Old French and English), Marvens (Modern French)
Historical Usage
The name Marvin gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with variations like Marvens emerging more recently.
Variants & Derivatives
Marvin, Mervyn, Marv
Modern Popularity & Image
Marvens is less common but is viewed as a unique and modern name choice, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Marvens Pierre (Haitian-American soccer player), Marvens Genson (Haitian artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marvens"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Marvens"
"Marvens" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7684th of 24088 | 138 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4143rd of 23106 | 299 |
Regional Popularity of "Marvens" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
35.64% 2606th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
63.67% 2857th/4487 |
29.27% 1997th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Marvens" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marvens"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marvens" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.