Arville Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Arville is an Old French name derived from the Germanic element meaning 'army', and it has evolved through historical forms like Arvile. It signifies 'eagle' and gained popularity in the early 20th century in the United States. The name is considered rare and vintage today, appealing to those seeking uniqueness.
The name Arville is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arville has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Arville' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1698th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1805th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3271st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6919th out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7673rd out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Arville' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arville"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrvɪl/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Arville is derived from the Old French name 'Arvile', which is believed to be of Germanic origin, possibly related to the element 'hari' meaning army.
Meaning
Eagle
Language Evolution
Arvile, Arville
Historical Usage
The name Arville gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a unique and distinctive name.
Variants & Derivatives
Arv, Arvielle
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arville is perceived as a rare and vintage name with a unique charm, appealing to those looking for an unconventional choice.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arville"
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 "Arville"
"Arville" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1698th of 7545 | 319 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1805th of 6773 | 291 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3271st of 7552 | 120 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6919th of 10718 | 28 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7673rd of 9107 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Arville" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
61.45% 1454th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
67.49% 1588th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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77.71% 2217th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Arville" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arville"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arville" 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.