Mevelyn is a unique and distinctive given name of Latin origin, derived from the Latin word 'meus,' which means 'mine.' It is often associated with devotion and affection, reflecting the possessive connotation of its root word. The name Mevelyn is composed of the prefix 'me-' meaning 'mine' or 'me' combined with '-velyn,' a variant of the name Evelyn, which is derived from the Old English name Ælfwynn, comprising the elements 'ælf' meaning 'elf' and 'win' meaning 'friend.' Thus, Mevelyn can be interpreted as 'my elf friend.' The name has gained popularity in recent years due to its unusual sound and attractive appearance on paper. It is often used as a middle or first name but remains less common than its counterparts like Evelyn and Melody.
Mevelyn was not a popular name during this period, with a total of only 18 babies named Mevelyn born between 1950 and 1953. There were no births recorded for this name in 1951.