Marvell is a unique and distinctive given name of English origin, derived from the Middle English 'marvel,' meaning 'wonder' or 'miracle.' It was popularized by Andrew Marvell (1621-1678), an English metaphysical poet and politician, after whom the name is sometimes associated. Marvell is not a traditional name with widespread usage but rather a rare choice that connotes uniqueness and individuality.
The name Marvell experienced a significant increase in popularity from the late 1950s to the early 1970s, with peaks in 1960 (14 births), 1971 (22 births), and 1977 (18 births). However, its popularity has declined since then, with fewer than 15 births per year recorded from the late 1980s onwards. The total number of Marvell births over this period is 1138.