Alvi Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAL-vee / /ˈæl.vi/Arabic; Persian; Latin
Meaning
noble; friend; white
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Alvi is derived from 'Ali', meaning noble, and is often associated with the family of the Prophet Muhammad. In Persian, it can mean 'friend' or 'companion'. The Latin connection relates to the word 'albus', meaning white, symbolizing purity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Alvy
- Alvyn
International Variants
- Alvi (Arabic)
- Alvi (Persian)
Famous people named Alvi
Alvi — Pakistani politician.
Alvi — Indian cricketer.
Fictional characters named Alvi
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alvi was first seen in the United States in 1992. Alvi has ranked as high as #1365 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Alvi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alvi (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 6 |