Melvin Cabello

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melvin Cabello — French
243K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melvin Cabello 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 Cabello: Cabello is a Spanish and Italian surname. Alba Cabello (born 1986), Spanish synchronized swimmer Camila Cabello (born 1997), Cuban-American singer and actress Diosdado Cabello (born 1963), Venezuelan politician Francisco Cabello (born 1969), Spanish professional road bicycle racer Francisco Cabello (born 1972), Argentine professional tennis player Glenna Cabello (born 1959), Venezuelan political scientist José David Cabello (born 1969), Venezuelan politician Victoria Cabello (born 1975), Italian television presenter Cabella (surname) 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: Cabello

Spanish

Cabello is a Spanish and Italian surname. Alba Cabello (born 1986), Spanish synchronized swimmer Camila Cabello (born 1997), Cuban-American singer and actress Diosdado Cabello (born 1963), Venezuelan politician Francisco Cabello (born 1969), Spanish professional road bicycle racer Francisco Cabello (born 1972), Argentine professional tennis player Glenna Cabello (born 1959), Venezuelan political scientist José David Cabello (born 1969), Venezuelan politician Victoria Cabello (born 1975), Italian television presenter Cabella (surname)

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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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Numerology

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

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Cabello?
The surname Cabello originates from Spanish. Cabello is a Spanish and Italian surname. Alba Cabello (born 1986), Spanish synchronized swimmer Camila Cabello (born 1997), Cuban-American singer and actress Diosdado Cabello (born 1963), Venezuelan politician Francisco Cabello (born 1969), Spanish professional road bicycle racer Francisco Cabello (born 1972), Argentine professional tennis player Glenna Cabello (born 1959), Venezuelan political scientist José David Cabello (born 1969), Venezuelan politician Victoria Cabello (born 1975), Italian television presenter Cabella (surname)
What are the origins of the name Melvin Cabello?
The name Melvin Cabello combines two different traditions: the first name Melvin has French roots, while the surname Cabello originates from Spanish.
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