Orvin
Orvin is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Spear friend, boar friend, or fair friend.
Origin and history
Orvin is a masculine given name derived from Old English or Old Norse roots, often interpreted as meaning 'spear friend' or 'fair friend'. Historically uncommon, it saw modest usage in the early 20th century in the United States and remains rare today.
Popularity in the United States
1,140 babies in the United States have been named Orvin since 1880. It ranks #3552 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1906.
States where it is most popular
- MN (58.7 %)
- WI (20.7 %)
- ND (17.4 %)
- SD (3.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 10 |
| 1910-1920 | 249 |
| 1920-1930 | 334 |
| 1930-1940 | 207 |
| 1940-1950 | 127 |
| 1950-1960 | 91 |
| 1960-1970 | 51 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 7 |
| 2000-2010 | 16 |
| 2010-2019 | 11 |
| 2020-2029 | 21 |
Fun facts
- Orvin derives from Germanic roots such as Ordwin, combining elements meaning 'spear' and 'friend'.
- The name reached its peak popularity in the United States during the 1910s and 1920s.