Orval
girl nameOrval entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #3682 in 1929, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#3682
peak (1929)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4814 |
| 1920s | #3682 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Orval are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Orval alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Orval in 2025?
- Orval is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Orval most popular?
- Orval peaked in 1929, reaching #3682 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Orval with classmates?
- Orval will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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