Alvis Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alvis is of Old Norse origin meaning 'all-wise.' It has evolved from 'Alviss' in Old Norse to become recognized in modern English. The name carries connotations of wisdom and intelligence, with no direct biblical relevance. Its historical usage reflects its mythological associations, and it is viewed as a unique name in modern times.
The name Alvis is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alvis has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Alvis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 652nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 707th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 960th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1634th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3312th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8101st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6392nd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3417th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3512th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6154th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Alvis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alvis"
Pronunciation
/ˈæl.vɪs/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Alvis is derived from the Old Norse word 'alviss,' meaning 'all-wise.' It is associated with a dwarf in Norse mythology who was known for his wisdom and knowledge.
Meaning
all-wise
Language Evolution
Old Norse: Alviss, Middle English: Alvis, Modern English: Alvis
Historical Usage
The name Alvis saw usage in Scandinavia and became more recognized in English-speaking countries during the 19th century, often linked to its mythological roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Alvise, Alviss, Alv
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Alvis is considered a unique and slightly archaic name, often associated with wisdom and intelligence.
Famous People
Alvis Hermanis, a Latvian director and actor, Alvis McCoy, an American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alvis"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alvis"
"Alvis" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 652nd of 7545 | 1,496 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 707th of 6773 | 1,407 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 960th of 7552 | 1,141 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1634th of 10718 | 469 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3312th of 16616 | 267 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8101st of 24088 | 126 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6392nd of 23106 | 158 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3417th of 9107 | 127 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3512th of 9204 | 123 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6154th of 12526 | 71 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Alvis" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 975th/975 |
- |
100.00% 428th/428 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 499th/499 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 1409th/1409 |
100.00% 1548th/1548 |
100.00% 731st/731 |
100.00% 1513th/1513 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 1351st/1351 |
100.00% 2319th/2319 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 3511th/3511 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 5080th/5080 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Alvis" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alvis"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alvis" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.