Arvid
Arvid is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Eagle tree or eagle in the forest.
Origin and history
Arvid is an Old Norse masculine name derived from roots meaning 'eagle' and 'tree' or 'forest'. It has traditionally been popular in Scandinavian countries such as Sweden, Norway, and Finland. In the United States, it has remained a rare given name historically associated with Nordic heritage.
Popularity in the United States
3,167 babies in the United States have been named Arvid since 1880. It ranks #2287 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1860.
States where it is most popular
- MN (53.6 %)
- WI (17 %)
- MI (7.7 %)
- ND (7.7 %)
- IL (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 44 |
| 1890-1900 | 79 |
| 1900-1910 | 73 |
| 1910-1920 | 565 |
| 1920-1930 | 709 |
| 1930-1940 | 573 |
| 1940-1950 | 497 |
| 1950-1960 | 287 |
| 1960-1970 | 114 |
| 1970-1980 | 70 |
| 1980-1990 | 14 |
| 1990-2000 | 8 |
| 2000-2010 | 24 |
| 2010-2019 | 43 |
| 2020-2029 | 67 |
Famous people named Arvid
- Arvid Lindman: Prime Minister, Admiral
- Arvid Carlsson: Neuropharmacologist, Nobel Laureate
- Arvid Harnack: Economist, Lawyer
Fun facts
- The name combines the Old Norse elements 'arn' (eagle) and 'viðr' (tree, wood, or forest).
- It has historically been a widespread given name across Sweden and Norway.