Orvil
boy nameOrvil entered the US charts in 1897, peaked at #698 in 1921, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1897–2025
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rank today
#698
peak (1921)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #906 |
| 1900s | #994 |
| 1910s | #887 |
| 1920s | #883 |
| 1930s | #1077 |
| 1940s | #1473 |
| 1950s | #2497 |
| 1960s | #3432 |
| 1970s | #4800 |
| 1980s | #5484 |
| 1990s | #8236 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Orvil are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Orvil alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Orvil in 2025?
- Orvil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Orvil most popular?
- Orvil peaked in 1921, reaching #698 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Orvil with classmates?
- Orvil will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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