Orval
Orval is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Speared hill, edge of a spear, or golden field/city.
Origin and history
Orval is a male given name of Germanic and Old English origins, often interpreted as meaning speared hill or golden city depending on regional variants. It was moderately popular in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is extremely rare in contemporary birth registries, giving it a distinct vintage character.
Popularity in the United States
7,916 babies in the United States have been named Orval since 1880. It ranks #1362 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- OK (11.4 %)
- MO (8.6 %)
- IL (8.1 %)
- TX (7.6 %)
- IN (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 141 |
| 1890-1900 | 223 |
| 1900-1910 | 365 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,004 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,284 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,213 |
| 1940-1950 | 851 |
| 1950-1960 | 461 |
| 1960-1970 | 212 |
| 1970-1980 | 103 |
| 1980-1990 | 35 |
| 1990-2000 | 24 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Orval
- Orval Faubus: Politician, Governor
- Orval Overall: Baseball Player
Fun facts
- Orval enjoyed its peak usage in the United States during the early 1900s.
- Orval is also famous as the name of an ancient Trappist abbey in Belgium, known for its brewing tradition.