Marvin
Meaning
Great Lord
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːvɪn/
Traits associated with the name Marvin:
Dogs named Marvin tend to be loving, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Marvin?
That you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pets unique names. It could also suggest that you are a fan of classic science fiction, as Marvin is a reference to the character from The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.
Is Marvin a good dog name?
Marvin has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Marvin isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Marvin is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Marvin was, in the past month, the 3210th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Marvin is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Marvin was viewed 77 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Marvin's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Marvin is most adored in Indiana, California and North Carolina.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Ohio, Arkansas and Michigan.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Marvin.
Most popular breeds named Marvin:
- Rottweiler
- Chihuahua
- Dachshund
- Shih Tzu
- German Shepherd
Marvin is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Harkens back to 60s soul singer Marvin Gaye's era.
british
Popularized by sci-fi character from "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy".
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