Marv: A timeless, strong-sounding moniker of American origin. Derived from the Latin 'Marius', meaning 'dedicated to Mars, the Roman god of war', Marv has been popularized by figures like Marvel Comics' Marvin Fliger aka 'The Thing'. It peaked in usage during the mid-20th century and remains a classic choice for parents seeking a robust, traditional name.
The name Marv experienced its peak popularity during the late 1950s and early 1960s, with a notable spike in birth years 1957 to 1963, reaching a high of 14 births in both 1959 and 1960. However, it saw a decline thereafter, dropping back down to 5 births in 1967. Overall, there were 140 births with the name Marv between 1942 and 1967.