Earvin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Earvin is an English name derived from the Old English 'Eardwine', meaning 'eagle friend'. It has evolved from historical forms like Eardwine to its modern version. The name is associated with traits of friendship and strength and has gained popularity through figures like Magic Johnson, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Earvin"
Pronunciation
/ˈɜːrvɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Earvin is believed to be derived from the Old English name 'Eardwine', which means 'eagle friend'. It combines the elements 'eard' meaning 'eagle' and 'wine' meaning 'friend'.
Meaning
eagle friend
Language Evolution
Eardwine, Earvin
Historical Usage
Earvin gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, due in part to notable figures such as basketball player Earvin 'Magic' Johnson.
Variants & Derivatives
Ervin, Irvin, Erwin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Earvin is often associated with athleticism and charisma, largely due to the fame of Magic Johnson.
Famous People
Earvin 'Magic' Johnson
📊 Earvin Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Earvin Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 49 peak births in 1992
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Earvin"
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 "Earvin"
"Earvin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2426th of 7545 | 182 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2029th of 6773 | 242 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2022nd of 7552 | 299 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3840th of 10718 | 116 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3304th of 16616 | 268 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11216th of 24088 | 67 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15668th of 23106 | 24 |
Regional Popularity of "Earvin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
30.90% 1952nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Earvin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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 "Earvin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Earvin" 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 "Earvin" in the United States
The name Earvin is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Earvin has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Earvin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2426th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2029th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2022nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3840th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3304th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11216th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15668th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Earvin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.