Arvid
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
3,158 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1916 Peak Popularity Year
100 Peak Births

Arvid Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Arvid originates from Old Norse and means 'eagle tree'. It evolved through historical forms such as Arfíðr and Arvidr, reflecting its Scandinavian roots. The name is associated with nature and strength, and while it does not have biblical relevance, it has maintained popularity in Sweden since the Middle Ages.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arvid"

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Pronunciation

/ˈɑːrvɪd/

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Origin

Old Norse

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Etymology

The name Arvid is derived from the Old Norse name 'Arfíðr', which is composed of the elements 'ar' meaning 'eagle' and 'viðr' meaning 'tree' or 'wood'.

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Meaning

Eagle tree

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Language Evolution

Arfíðr (Old Norse), Arvidr (Old Swedish), Arvid (Modern Swedish)

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Historical Usage

Arvid gained popularity in Scandinavia during the Middle Ages and has remained a traditional name in Sweden.

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Variants & Derivatives

Arvidh, Arvidus, Arvy

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Arvid is viewed as a classic and strong name, often associated with nature and strength.

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Famous People

Arvid Carlsson, Swedish pharmacologist and Nobel Prize winner, Arvid Anderson, American politician

📊 Arvid Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Arvid Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 100 peak births in 1916

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arvid"

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 "Arvid"

"Arvid" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 766th of 7545 1,195
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 836th of 6773 1,046
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1484th of 7552 530
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 3976th of 10718 108
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 13072nd of 16616 14
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 14114th of 24088 37
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 8735th of 23106 96

Regional Popularity of "Arvid" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
28.18%
399th/1416
- - 70.05%
800th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
28.27%
437th/1546
75.26%
1171st/1556
- 52.81%
817th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
36.64%
816th/2227
- - 50.20%
1393rd/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
57.71%
1695th/2937
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Arvid" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Arvid"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Arvid" 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.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Arvid" in the United States

The name Arvid is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arvid has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 West. Across generations, 'Arvid' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 766th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 836th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1484th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3976th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13072nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14114th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8735th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Arvid' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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