Holding steady.
Popularity of Gervis since 1914
Babies named Gervis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 21 |
| 1920s | 80 |
| 1930s | 47 |
| 1940s | 46 |
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gervis is an uncommon masculine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1914. It reached its highest usage in 1926, but even then it remained rare. The name has never cracked the top 1000 and shows no signs of revival. Its trajectory is stable at very low usage. Gervis likely derives from the more familiar Jarvis, itself a medieval English name of Germanic origin meaning 'spearman'. Parents drawn to vintage, offbeat names with a strong sound and a touch of antiquity may find Gervis an intriguing choice, though they should expect it to be met with near-constant misspelling and curiosity.
Gervis is likely a variant respelling of Jarvis, which itself derives from the medieval English name Gervase, ultimately from a Germanic or Old French origin meaning 'spear servant' or 'one who serves with a spear'. The name has been used sporadically in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages, though the Gervis spelling emerged primarily in the early 20th century. It never achieved widespread popularity, appearing infrequently in U.S. records from 1914 onward.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gerv, Jerv
Sibling names for Gervis
Names that share Gervis's style, for a brother or sister.
