Malvin

English and Scottish

"council protector"

Malvin Origin and Meaning

The name Malvin is a boy's name.

Malvin is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'mal' meaning 'council' or 'meeting' and 'win' meaning 'friend.' It can be considered a variant of the more common name Melvin. This name has been in use since medieval times but remains relatively uncommon in modern usage. In the United States, Malvin saw modest popularity in the early-to-mid 20th century but has since declined. It carries connotations of wisdom and friendship, reflecting its etymological roots. Some bearers of the name may use the nicknames Mal or Vin. The name has a classic, somewhat vintage appeal while maintaining distinctiveness in contemporary settings.

Malvin Rank in US Top 1000

# 921 in the US

Famous People Named Malvin

• Malvin Greston "Mal" Whitfield American track athlete
• Malvin Ginah Kamara British,Sierra Leonean footballer
• Malvin Gray Johnson American painter
• Malvin Russell "Mal" Goode American TV journalist
• Malvin Daniel Wald American screenwriter