Melvin Guidry

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melvin Guidry — French
243K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melvin Guidry 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 Guidry: Brian Guidry (born 1968), American painter Carolyn Tyler Guidry (born 1937), American bishop Dick Guidry (1929–2014), American businessman Greg G. Guidry (born 1961), American lawyer and jurist Greg Guidry (1950–2003), American singer James Guidry (born 1967), American football player Javelin Guidry (born 1998), American football player Mark Guidry (born 1959), American jockey Mickey Guidry (born 1966), American football player Paul Guidry (born 1944), American football player Richard Guidry (1949–2008), American academic Robert E. 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: Guidry

English

Brian Guidry (born 1968), American painter Carolyn Tyler Guidry (born 1937), American bishop Dick Guidry (1929–2014), American businessman Greg G. Guidry (born 1961), American lawyer and jurist Greg Guidry (1950–2003), American singer James Guidry (born 1967), American football player Javelin Guidry (born 1998), American football player Mark Guidry (born 1959), American jockey Mickey Guidry (born 1966), American football player Paul Guidry (born 1944), American football player Richard Guidry (1949–2008), American academic Robert E.

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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 Guidry

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 Guidry:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Guidry?
The surname Guidry originates from English. Brian Guidry (born 1968), American painter Carolyn Tyler Guidry (born 1937), American bishop Dick Guidry (1929–2014), American businessman Greg G. Guidry (born 1961), American lawyer and jurist Greg Guidry (1950–2003), American singer James Guidry (born 1967), American football player Javelin Guidry (born 1998), American football player Mark Guidry (born 1959), American jockey Mickey Guidry (born 1966), American football player Paul Guidry (born 1944), American football player Richard Guidry (1949–2008), American academic Robert E.
What are the origins of the name Melvin Guidry?
The name Melvin Guidry combines two different traditions: the first name Melvin has French roots, while the surname Guidry originates from English.
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