Holding steady.
Popularity of Carvell since 1958
Babies named Carvell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 32 |
| 2010s | 41 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Carvell is a rare American given name that first appeared in birth records in 1958. It never entered the top 1000, but saw its highest usage in 1983, when it peaked in popularity. The name has since remained stable but exceptionally uncommon, with very few births per year. Its obscurity makes it a distinctive choice, though the lack of a clear etymology or well-known bearers means it carries little in the way of established associations. Despite its rarity, Carvell has not shown signs of a revival, remaining a quiet presence in the landscape of American names.
Carvell is a rare given name that likely originated as a surname. The surname Carvell may be locative, perhaps from a lost or unidentified place name, or it could be derived from the Old English personal name Cearfela. Its use as a first name emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century, peaking in the 1980s. The name has remained uncommon, with only sporadic usage in recent decades.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Carvel
Sibling names for Carvell
Names that share Carvell's style, for a brother or sister.
