UK name, mostly boys
Marvi
Of Persian origin meaning "pearl" or "beautiful creation".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Also recorded as a girls' name in the UK, with 3 girls.
Marvi is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Marvi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4702, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2019, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2019 to 2019. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Marvi is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Marvi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Marvi ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2019, when 3 boys were registered as Marvi.
- • Marvi is also recorded for girls, but the boys side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Marvi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 50.0% of Marvi registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4702
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
2019
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Marvi
In England and Wales birth records, Marvi has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 50.0% of registrations are for boys and 50.0% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Marvi registered for boys
- Ranked #4,702 in 2019
- 3 boys registered in 2019
- Peak: 2019 (3 births)
Marvi registered for girls
- Ranked #3,912 in 2000
- 3 girls registered in 2000
- Peak: 2000 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Marvi mean?
The name Marvi has its roots in the Persian language and culture, tracing back to the ancient Persia region of modern-day Iran. It is believed to have originated from the Persian word "marv," which means "pearl" or "jewel," emphasizing the beauty and preciousness associated with this name.
In ancient Persian literature and poetry, the name Marvi was often used as a metaphor to describe a woman of exceptional beauty, grace, and elegance. It is possible that the name was first bestowed upon individuals who possessed these qualities, or as a way to express the parents' wish for their child to embody such attributes.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Marvi can be found in the epic poem "Shahnameh" (Book of Kings), written by the renowned Persian poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th and early 11th centuries. In this literary masterpiece, Marvi is mentioned as the name of a beautiful and courageous princess.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Marvi. One such individual was Marvi Marvazi, a Persian physician and philosopher who lived in the 10th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of medicine and authored several influential works on natural sciences.
Another prominent Marvi was Marvi Frashghiri, a Persian poet from the 11th century CE, renowned for her lyrical compositions and her mastery of the Persian language. Her poems often explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, earning her a respected place in the annals of Persian literature.
In the realm of religion, Marvi Molana was a famous Sufi mystic and scholar who lived in the 13th century CE. She was known for her profound teachings on Islamic mysticism and her efforts to promote spiritual enlightenment and self-discovery.
Moving forward in time, Marvi Larijani was a prominent Iranian politician and jurist who served as the head of the Iranian Judiciary from 2009 to 2019. Her tenure was marked by her efforts to uphold the rule of law and promote judicial reform in Iran.
Finally, Marvi Memon is a contemporary Pakistani politician and former member of the National Assembly of Pakistan. She has been actively involved in advocating for women's rights, education, and social development in her country.
While these are just a few examples, the name Marvi has been carried by numerous individuals throughout history, each leaving their unique mark and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Marvi over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Marvi in England and Wales, from 2000 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Marvi, the clearest high point is 2019. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Marvi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Marvi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4702 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Marvi
- Matthew 80,931
- Mohammed 74,321
- Muhammad 72,235
- Max 59,807
- Michael 47,075
- Mason 38,935
- Mohammad 25,910
- Morgan 15,994
- Muhammed 11,527
- Mark 11,336
- Marcus 11,257
- Maxwell 10,006
FAQ
Marvi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Marvi in the UK right now?
In 2019, Marvi was ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Marvi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2019, with 3 babies registered as Marvi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Marvi?
Of Persian origin meaning "pearl" or "beautiful creation".
How many people are called Marvi in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Marvi across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.