Malvin
Old English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Malvin
Malvin is derived from the Old English elements "mal" (meaning bad or unfortunate) and "wine" (meaning friend), literally translating to "bad friend" or "unfortunate friend." The name has been primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States and Britain during the 20th century, with no strong ties to any particular religion or historical figure.
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Etymology
Malvin is derived from the Old English elements "mal" (meaning bad or unfortunate) and "wine" (meaning friend), literally translating to "bad friend" or "unfortunate friend." The name has been primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States and Britain during the 20th century, with no strong ties to any particular religion or historical figure.
Malvin currently ranks #11,735 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1921.
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