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Origin: Welsh

Meaning: Marrow; Eminent; Sea fortress; Sea of Finn; Ancient city in Turkmenistan

Merv is a masculine name that’s an adorable nickname for Mervyn. Coming from the Old Welsh name Merfyn, it can have a variety of meanings. Some elements include mer, meaning “marrow,” and myn, meaning “eminent.” Mervin, and in turn Merv, may also have links to the Welsh moniker Merlin, meaning “sea fortress,” or the English Marvin, meaning “sea of Finn.” If you want to encourage baby’s love for the water, Merv can make for waves of inspiration. For a historical vibe, Merv can also refer to the ancient city in present-day Turkmenistan. The short and sweet moniker Merv is rich with meanings for your little one to enjoy.