Orville
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
35,206 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1920 Peak Popularity Year
1,203 Peak Births

Orville Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Orville has its roots in Old French, meaning 'gold town.' It evolved from its original form in French to modern English. The name is characterized by associations with innovation and adventure, particularly linked to the Wright brothers. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name. It gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and remains a classic American name today.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Orville"

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Pronunciation

/ˈɔːrvəl/

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Origin

French

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Etymology

The name Orville is derived from the Old French name 'Orville,' which is thought to mean 'gold town' or 'golden city.' The components of the name are 'or,' meaning 'gold,' and 'ville,' meaning 'town' or 'city.'

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Meaning

gold town

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Language Evolution

Orville (Modern English), Orville (Old French)

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Historical Usage

Orville gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly associated with the Wright brothers and their pioneering contributions to aviation.

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Variants & Derivatives

Orv, Orvie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Orville is perceived as a classic American name, often associated with innovation and adventure due to its connection with the Wright brothers.

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Famous People

Orville Wright, Orville Redenbacher

📊 Orville 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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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

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

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✨ Orville Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 1,203 peak births in 1920

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 43 US states, with strongest presence in North Dakota

Historical Span

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

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Generational Impact

Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Orville" - Complete Guide (1 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Orville". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 1 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Orville"

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 "Orville"

"Orville" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 145th of 7545 17,257
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 230th of 6773 9,946
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 494th of 7552 4,322
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 951st of 10718 1,155
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 2440th of 16616 416
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 6160th of 24088 191
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 6159th of 23106 167
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 3588th of 9107 116
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 5597th of 9204 39

Regional Popularity of "Orville" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
6.14%
87th/1416
23.35%
322nd/1379
8.41%
199th/2366
13.49%
154th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
10.28%
159th/1546
25.13%
391st/1556
11.56%
272nd/2353
16.10%
249th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
15.72%
350th/2227
30.16%
733rd/2430
18.47%
527th/2853
21.15%
587th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
28.29%
831st/2937
52.74%
1837th/3483
30.61%
1077th/3518
32.39%
1310th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
57.42%
2116th/3685
45.65%
2043rd/4475
51.44%
2672nd/5194
53.79%
3398th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Orville" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
95.13%
1347th/1416
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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 "Orville"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Orville" 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 "Orville" in the United States

The name Orville is most popular in North Dakota, 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. 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, Orville has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Orville' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 145th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 230th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 494th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 951st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2440th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6160th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6159th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3588th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5597th out of 9204 names. Discover how the name 'Orville' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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