Holding steady.
Popularity of Charvis since 1972
Babies named Charvis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 31 |
| 1980s | 68 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 36 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Charvis is a deeply uncommon name with a somewhat mysterious origin. It entered U.S. birth records in 1972, but its peak year was 1989, when it was given to a handful of baby boys. Despite this modest high point, the name has remained extremely rare, with no consistent presence in any state's top names. Its trajectory has been largely stable, showing no revival, which suggests it is a personal or family choice rather than a widespread trend. The name's formation likely follows a modern pattern: the initial syllable 'Char-' (found in names like Charles or Charlotte) combined with the common '-vis' ending (as in Jarvis or Elvis). While its exact derivation is uncertain, Charvis stands as a distinctive option for parents seeking an unusual, non-traditional name.
Charvis is a rare modern given name that first appeared in U.S. records in the 1970s. It may be a respelling or variant of Jarvis, an English surname derived from the Norman personal name Gervase, which itself is of uncertain Germanic origin. Alternatively, Charvis could be an invented name inspired by the popular 'Char-' prefix (as in Charles or Charlotte) combined with a fashionable ending. No clear historical or linguistic derivation is attested.
Sibling names for Charvis
Names that share Charvis's style, for a brother or sister.
