Marvell

Meaning of Marvell

Marvell feels like a warm handshake and a wink all at once—a name of English origin that literally means “wonder” and quietly nods to the 17th-century poet Andrew Marvell. Pronounced mahr-VEL, it rolls off the tongue with confident ease, carrying hints of creativity, curiosity, and just the right amount of adventurous spirit. Though you won’t find it lighting up the top 100 lists—hovering in the 900s—it’s precisely that rarity that gives Marvell its sparkle, like discovering an indie hit before everyone else. It’s equally at home in a storybook castle or a modern playground, making it a perfect pick for parents who want a name that’s both poetic and playful, classic yet unmistakably fresh.

Pronunciation

British English

• Pronunced as mahr-VEL (/mɑːrˈvɛl/)

American English

• Pronunced as mahr-VEL (/mɑrˈvɛl/)

• Marven