Melvine

Melvine is a feminine variation of Melvin, which derives from Germanic elements meaning "council friend" or "dear friend." This feminized version adds the soft ending "-e" to the masculine original, creating a distinctive yet recognizable name. While uncommon in contemporary usage, Melvine had modest popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name offers a vintage quality with the same friendly, loyal connotations as Melvin. Melvine provides an interesting alternative to more common feminine names ending in "-ine" like Christine or Josephine. Its rarity today makes it an unusual choice that carries both traditional roots and a touch of uniqueness for parents seeking a name with classic elements but limited contemporary usage.

Pronounced MEL-veen.

As of October 2026, Melvine ranked #7286 in US births in 1963 SSA, peaked at #2248 in 1922.