Holding steady.
Popularity of Arvella since 1887
Babies named Arvella per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1926, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Arvella's real moment was 1902.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 10 |
| 1900s | 80 |
| 1910s | 216 |
| 1920s | 351 |
| 1930s | 280 |
| 1940s | 191 |
| 1950s | 123 |
| 1960s | 106 |
| 1970s | 34 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 12 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Arvella is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1887. It saw its highest usage in 1902, but it has never been a common choice and has remained outside the top 1000 in every year recorded. The name has shown a stable trajectory, with only occasional use over the decades. Its origin is uncertain, but it likely arose as an elaboration of existing names such as Arabella or Arvida. Despite its rarity, Arvella has a melodic, vintage quality that appeals to parents seeking an uncommon name with a classic feel.
Arvella likely emerged in the late 19th century as an elaboration of names like Arva or Arabella, or as a feminine form of Arvid. It has been used sporadically in the United States, with a small peak in the early 1900s, but never entered widespread usage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arvie, Ella, Vella
Variants: Arvella, Arvela
Sibling names for Arvella
Names that share Arvella's style, for a brother or sister.
