Friend of the manor or marsh friend
Selvin is likely a variant of the English name Selwyn. It is derived from the Old English elements 'sele', meaning a manor house or hall, and 'wine', meaning friend. Alternatively, it may have roots related to 'syle', meaning a marsh or willow tree, suggesting a friend of the marshlands.
About 44 boys were named Selvin in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former NFL running back for the Denver Broncos
Paraguayan professional footballer
