Holding steady.
Popularity of Jervis since 1921
Babies named Jervis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 39 |
| 1930s | 35 |
| 1940s | 11 |
| 1950s | 45 |
| 1960s | 39 |
| 1970s | 51 |
| 1980s | 30 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jervis is a rare masculine name of English origin, historically a surname that transitioned to first-name use. According to Social Security data, it first appeared in records in 1921, but it reached its peak popularity in 1924, when it was most frequently given. After that, its usage declined sharply, and by later decades it became nearly extinct. The name has maintained a stable trajectory with no recent resurgence, and it has never been recorded in certain years. Its top states data is unavailable, reflecting its scarcity. Jervis remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a vintage, surname feel and a connection to Norman heritage.
Jervis is a surname-turned-first-name of probable Norman origin, derived from the Old French name Gervase. The name Gervase is composed of Germanic elements 'ger' (spear) and 'vas' (servant), thus 'spear servant'. It became established in England after the Norman Conquest and later saw occasional use as a given name, particularly in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The spelling Jervis emerged as a variant, influenced by the pronunciation shift.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jerv, Jervy, Vis
Sibling names for Jervis
Names that share Jervis's style, for a brother or sister.
