Orvin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Orvin is an Old English name meaning 'friend of gold', reflecting its roots in the early Germanic language. The name has evolved through various historical forms and is recognized for its unique charm. It has no biblical relevance but gained popularity in the 20th century. Variants include Orv and Orvie, and it is perceived as a distinctive choice in modern naming.
The name Orvin is most popular in North Dakota, 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, Orvin has been stalled for male in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest. Across generations, 'Orvin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1237th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1575th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2956th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6498th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16493rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14258th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Orvin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Orvin"
Pronunciation
/ˈɔːrvɪn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Orvin is derived from the Old English elements 'or' meaning 'gold' and 'wine' meaning 'friend'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'friend of gold'.
Meaning
friend of gold
Language Evolution
Orvin, Orvinus, Orvinus
Historical Usage
The name Orvin gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Orv, Orvie, Orvyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Orvin is considered a unique and somewhat vintage name, often viewed as charming and distinctive in contemporary contexts.
Famous People
Orvin K. Kimbrough, Orvin J. S. Moller
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Orvin"
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 "Orvin"
"Orvin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1237th of 7545 | 535 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1575th of 6773 | 363 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2956th of 7552 | 148 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6498th of 10718 | 34 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16493rd of 24088 | 23 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14258th of 23106 | 32 |
Regional Popularity of "Orvin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
42.16% 597th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
57.24% 885th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| 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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Regional Popularity of "Orvin" 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 "Orvin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Orvin" 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.