Likely a variant of Melvin, meaning council friend.
Melbin is most commonly understood as a phonetic variant of the Scottish and English name Melvin. It derives from the Gaelic elements meaning 'gentle chieftain' or the Germanic elements meaning 'council friend'. As a rare variant, it offers a unique twist on a mid-century classic.
Less common today
Melbin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,648 in 2006.
Professional baseball player
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
