Marshy river or friend of the marsh
Carvin is likely a variant of the English surname Garvin or a derivative of the Gaelic name Garbhán, meaning 'little rough one.' It is also associated with French place names referring to marshy lands. In some contexts, it is viewed as a modern blend or variation of names like Marvin or Calvin.
Less common today
Carvin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,052 in 1991.
Grammy-winning gospel singer and member of The Winans
Grammy-nominated R&B songwriter and producer
Kenyan Olympic sprinter
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
