Melvin Beal

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melvin Beal — French
243K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melvin Beal is a name that combines French origins. The first name Melvin is a masculine given name of French origin. Melvin is a masculine given name and surname, likely a variant of Melville and a descendant of the French surname de Maleuin and the later Melwin. It may alternatively be spelled as Melvyn or, in Welsh, Melfyn and the name Melivinia or Melva may be used a feminine form. Of Norman French origin, originally Malleville, which translates to "bad town," it likely made its way into usage in Scotland as a result of the Norman conquest of England. It came into use as a given name as early as the 19th century, in English-speaking populations. The surname Beal: Andrew Beal (born 1952), American billionaire Arthur Harold Beal (1896–1992), creator of Nitt Witt Ridge Bradley Beal (born 1993), American basketball player Brandon Beal (born 1983), American singer, songwriter, & producer Brea Beal (born 2000), American basketball player Dana Beal (born 1947), American social and political activist Ernest Frederick Beal (1885–1918), English war hero, recipient of the Victoria Cross Foster Ellenborough Lascelles Beal (1840–1916), American ornithologist Harry Beal (1930–2021), American Navy SEAL Jack Beal (1931–2013), English painter James Hartley Beal (1861–1. Melvin is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 243K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Melvin reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Melvin

French

Melvin is a masculine given name and surname, likely a variant of Melville and a descendant of the French surname de Maleuin and the later Melwin. It may alternatively be spelled as Melvyn or, in Welsh, Melfyn and the name Melivinia or Melva may be used a feminine form. Of Norman French origin, originally Malleville, which translates to "bad town," it likely made its way into usage in Scotland as a result of the Norman conquest of England. It came into use as a given name as early as the 19th century, in English-speaking populations.

Surname: Beal

English

Andrew Beal (born 1952), American billionaire Arthur Harold Beal (1896–1992), creator of Nitt Witt Ridge Bradley Beal (born 1993), American basketball player Brandon Beal (born 1983), American singer, songwriter, & producer Brea Beal (born 2000), American basketball player Dana Beal (born 1947), American social and political activist Ernest Frederick Beal (1885–1918), English war hero, recipient of the Victoria Cross Foster Ellenborough Lascelles Beal (1840–1916), American ornithologist Harry Beal (1930–2021), American Navy SEAL Jack Beal (1931–2013), English painter James Hartley Beal (1861–1.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Melvin is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Melvin by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Melvin Beal

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Melvin Beal:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Melvin?
The first name Melvin originates from French. Melvin is a masculine given name and surname, likely a variant of Melville and a descendant of the French surname de Maleuin and the later Melwin. It may alternatively be spelled as Melvyn or, in Welsh, Melfyn and the name Melivinia or Melva may be used a feminine form. Of Norman French origin, originally Malleville, which translates to "bad town," it likely made its way into usage in Scotland as a result of the Norman conquest of England. It came into use as a given name as early as the 19th century, in English-speaking populations.
When was Melvin most popular?
The name Melvin reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Beal?
The surname Beal originates from English. Andrew Beal (born 1952), American billionaire Arthur Harold Beal (1896–1992), creator of Nitt Witt Ridge Bradley Beal (born 1993), American basketball player Brandon Beal (born 1983), American singer, songwriter, & producer Brea Beal (born 2000), American basketball player Dana Beal (born 1947), American social and political activist Ernest Frederick Beal (1885–1918), English war hero, recipient of the Victoria Cross Foster Ellenborough Lascelles Beal (1840–1916), American ornithologist Harry Beal (1930–2021), American Navy SEAL Jack Beal (1931–2013), English painter James Hartley Beal (1861–1.
What are the origins of the name Melvin Beal?
The name Melvin Beal combines two different traditions: the first name Melvin has French roots, while the surname Beal originates from English.
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