Malvina

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Malvina

Gender: Masculine
Language: English
Etymology:
1. Malvina was invented by author James MacPherson (1736-1796) out of the Gaelic elements maol and mhin, giving it the meaning of “Smooth Brow.”
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2. In certain cases, it can be considered as the feminine form of Melvin.

History:
Malvina was created by James MacPherson, a Scottish author who “translated” (wrote) “Irish” legends and popularized several Irish/faux-Irish names, like Oscar, Ossian, etc.

Malvina was common in the United States, where it was probably considered as a feminine form for Melvin, until the early 20th century.

Pronunciation: mall-veen-ah.

Alternates: Melvina.
German: Malwine.

Famous Bearers:
Artists and Authors:
Malvina Hoffman (1887-1966)
American sculptor.

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Popularity:
Percentage from the 1990 U.S. Census:
0.005 % named Melvina
0.001 % named Malvina

Popularity of Malvina:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1850: 261st most popular.
1875: 437th most popular.
1900-1910: 876th most popular.
1910-2000: N/A

Popularity of Melvina:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1850: 146th most popular.
1875: 241st most popular.
1900-1910: 632nd most popular.
1910-1920: 696th most popular.
1920-1930: 702nd most popular.
1930-1940: 894th most popular.
1940-2000: N/A