Melvin Philpot

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melvin Philpot — French
243K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melvin Philpot 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 Philpot: Philpot Lane, a short street in London Andy Philpot, American actor and voice actor Asta Philpot (born 1982), protagonist of documentary film For one night only Benjamin Philpot (1790–1889), Archdeacon of Man Cory Philpot (born 1970), running back Glyn Philpot (1884–1937), English painter and sculptor Jamie Philpot (born 1996), English footballer John Philpot (1516–1555), Archdeacon of Winchester and martyr Morgan Philpot (born 1971), politician Oliver Philpot (1913–1993), Canadian-born Royal Air Force pilot and businessman Robin Philpot (born 1948), Quebec journalist and electoral candidate R. 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: Philpot

English

Philpot Lane, a short street in London Andy Philpot, American actor and voice actor Asta Philpot (born 1982), protagonist of documentary film For one night only Benjamin Philpot (1790–1889), Archdeacon of Man Cory Philpot (born 1970), running back Glyn Philpot (1884–1937), English painter and sculptor Jamie Philpot (born 1996), English footballer John Philpot (1516–1555), Archdeacon of Winchester and martyr Morgan Philpot (born 1971), politician Oliver Philpot (1913–1993), Canadian-born Royal Air Force pilot and businessman Robin Philpot (born 1948), Quebec journalist and electoral candidate R.

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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 Philpot

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 Philpot:

9
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Philpot?
The surname Philpot originates from English. Philpot Lane, a short street in London Andy Philpot, American actor and voice actor Asta Philpot (born 1982), protagonist of documentary film For one night only Benjamin Philpot (1790–1889), Archdeacon of Man Cory Philpot (born 1970), running back Glyn Philpot (1884–1937), English painter and sculptor Jamie Philpot (born 1996), English footballer John Philpot (1516–1555), Archdeacon of Winchester and martyr Morgan Philpot (born 1971), politician Oliver Philpot (1913–1993), Canadian-born Royal Air Force pilot and businessman Robin Philpot (born 1948), Quebec journalist and electoral candidate R.
What are the origins of the name Melvin Philpot?
The name Melvin Philpot combines two different traditions: the first name Melvin has French roots, while the surname Philpot originates from English.
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