Holding steady.
Popularity of Orvie since 1912
Babies named Orvie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Orvie's real moment was 1912.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 39 |
| 1920s | 36 |
| 1930s | 30 |
| 1940s | 20 |
| 1950s | 11 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Orvie is a rare masculine given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1912, which remains its peak year of usage. Its sporadic appearances over the decades suggest it has never gained widespread popularity. The trajectories show a stable but minimal presence, with no revival trend. Orvie's origins are likely as a diminutive of Orval or Orville, both of which share a common 'golden' theme. Despite its obscurity, Orvie carries a vintage charm, fitting among other early 20th-century names. It has never been tied to any notable figures, leaving its meaning open to interpretation.
Orvie is a rare given name, likely a diminutive or variant of Orval or Orville, both of which have Old English or French origins. Orval combines 'or' (gold) and 'val' (valley), while Orville derives from the French 'or' (gold) and 'ville' (town). Orvie emerged in the United States in the early 20th century, with its peak year of recorded usage in 1912. It has never been common and has seen sporadic use since.
Sibling names for Orvie
Names that share Orvie's style, for a brother or sister.
