Melvin
/ˈmɛlvɪn/
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Melvin, of Irish origin, derives from the Gaelic name 'Maol Mhichíl', meaning 'Mel's friend from the mill' or 'sword friend'. It carries connotations of loyalty and companionship, as well as a warrior-like strength. The name has a classic and approachable feel, often associated with kindness and reliability.
Melvin O. Wright
Business, Former Dean Witter Reynolds VP
Melvin B. Wolzinger
Business, Las Vegas investor, W. W. Investment Co.
Melvin Van Peebles
Film Director, Watermelon Man
Melvin E. Thompson
Politician, Governor of Georgia, 1947-48
Melvin Schwartz
Physicist, Researcher of neutrinos
Melvin Purvis
Government, Top G-man of the 1930s
Melvin J. Lasky
Journalist, Editor of journal Encounter
Melvin Laird
Government, US Secretary of Defense, 1969-73
Melvin Franklin
Singer, Bass vocals for The Temptations
Melvin Frank
Screenwriter, A Touch of Class
Melvin Calvin
Chemist, Deciphered photosynthesis
Melvin T. Brunetti
Judge, 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, 1985-99
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