Arvid Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Arvid originates from Old Norse and means 'eagle tree'. It evolved through historical forms such as Arfíðr and Arvidr, reflecting its Scandinavian roots. The name is associated with nature and strength, and while it does not have biblical relevance, it has maintained popularity in Sweden since the Middle Ages.
The name Arvid is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arvid has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Arvid' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 766th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 836th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1484th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3976th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13072nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14114th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8735th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Arvid' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arvid"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrvɪd/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Arvid is derived from the Old Norse name 'Arfíðr', which is composed of the elements 'ar' meaning 'eagle' and 'viðr' meaning 'tree' or 'wood'.
Meaning
Eagle tree
Language Evolution
Arfíðr (Old Norse), Arvidr (Old Swedish), Arvid (Modern Swedish)
Historical Usage
Arvid gained popularity in Scandinavia during the Middle Ages and has remained a traditional name in Sweden.
Variants & Derivatives
Arvidh, Arvidus, Arvy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Arvid is viewed as a classic and strong name, often associated with nature and strength.
Famous People
Arvid Carlsson, Swedish pharmacologist and Nobel Prize winner, Arvid Anderson, American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arvid"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Arvid"
"Arvid" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 766th of 7545 | 1,195 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 836th of 6773 | 1,046 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1484th of 7552 | 530 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3976th of 10718 | 108 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13072nd of 16616 | 14 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14114th of 24088 | 37 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8735th of 23106 | 96 |
Regional Popularity of "Arvid" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
28.18% 399th/1416 |
- | - |
70.05% 800th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
28.27% 437th/1546 |
75.26% 1171st/1556 |
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52.81% 817th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
36.64% 816th/2227 |
- | - |
50.20% 1393rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
57.71% 1695th/2937 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Arvid" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Arvid"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arvid" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.