Melvin

American

[mel-vin] / ˈmɛl vɪn /

Or Melvyn

noun

a male given name.

Example Sentences

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Its managing director, Melvin Benn, had hinted that West's appearance may be in jeopardy when speaking to BBC Radio 4 on Tuesday morning.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Melvin Edwards, a sculptor best known for abstract steel works that illustrated the history and resistance of African Americans, died March 30 at his Baltimore home.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Director Melvin Keating bought a total of $27,289 worth of Agilysys stock at prices ranging from $67.98 to $68.49 between March 16 and March 17, according to an SEC filing.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

The program said that day she planned to resume her hosting duties alongside Craig Melvin, but no date has been set for her return.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Melvin immediately starts to cry and runs home.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan

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