Melvin Mina

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melvin Mina — French
243K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melvin Mina 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 Mina: Denise Mina, Scottish crime writer Francisco Espoz y Mina, Spanish general, uncle of Francisco Javier Mina Harish Chandra Mina, an Indian MP Kang Mi-na (born 1999), South Korean singer known sometimes as “Mina” Kwon Mina (born 1993), South Korean singer, former member of South Korean girl group AOA Michael Mina, Egyptian-born American celebrity chef Shim Mina, South Korean singer performing as "Mina" Xavier Mina , Spanish soldier who fought in the Peninsular War and the Mexican War of Independence Yerry Mina, Colombian footballer, Zeina Mina, Lebanese athlete who represented Lebanon in the 198. 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: Mina

Spanish

Denise Mina, Scottish crime writer Francisco Espoz y Mina, Spanish general, uncle of Francisco Javier Mina Harish Chandra Mina, an Indian MP Kang Mi-na (born 1999), South Korean singer known sometimes as “Mina” Kwon Mina (born 1993), South Korean singer, former member of South Korean girl group AOA Michael Mina, Egyptian-born American celebrity chef Shim Mina, South Korean singer performing as "Mina" Xavier Mina , Spanish soldier who fought in the Peninsular War and the Mexican War of Independence Yerry Mina, Colombian footballer, Zeina Mina, Lebanese athlete who represented Lebanon in the 198.

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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 Mina

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 Mina:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Mina?
The surname Mina originates from Spanish. Denise Mina, Scottish crime writer Francisco Espoz y Mina, Spanish general, uncle of Francisco Javier Mina Harish Chandra Mina, an Indian MP Kang Mi-na (born 1999), South Korean singer known sometimes as “Mina” Kwon Mina (born 1993), South Korean singer, former member of South Korean girl group AOA Michael Mina, Egyptian-born American celebrity chef Shim Mina, South Korean singer performing as "Mina" Xavier Mina , Spanish soldier who fought in the Peninsular War and the Mexican War of Independence Yerry Mina, Colombian footballer, Zeina Mina, Lebanese athlete who represented Lebanon in the 198.
What are the origins of the name Melvin Mina?
The name Melvin Mina combines two different traditions: the first name Melvin has French roots, while the surname Mina originates from Spanish.
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