Harvy
Harvy is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Battle worthy or eager for battle.
Origin and history
Harvy is a rare spelling variant of Harvey, derived from the Breton name Haerviu. It combines elements meaning battle and worthy, brought to England by the Normans. In the United States, it has remained a very uncommon variant compared to its traditional spelling.
Popularity in the United States
973 babies in the United States have been named Harvy since 1880. It ranks #3709 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- TX (43.4 %)
- AL (14.5 %)
- AR (13.2 %)
- KY (7.9 %)
- VA (7.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 34 |
| 1890-1900 | 24 |
| 1900-1910 | 46 |
| 1910-1920 | 139 |
| 1920-1930 | 313 |
| 1930-1940 | 214 |
| 1940-1950 | 130 |
| 1950-1960 | 35 |
| 1960-1970 | 21 |
| 1970-1980 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 6 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Nicknames
Harv
Fun facts
- Harvy is a rare alternative spelling of the traditional English name Harvey.
- The name traces back through French Norman heritage to the ancient Breton personal name Haerviu.