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Origin(s)
PronunciationAR-vid / /ˈɑːrvɪd/Scandinavian; Old Norse
Meaning
Eagle tree; tree of the eagle
Historical & Cultural Background
Arvid is a name of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse elements 'ar' meaning 'eagle' and 'viðr' meaning 'tree'. It has been used in various forms throughout Scandinavian history. The name reflects a connection to nature, particularly the imagery of eagles and trees, which are significant in Norse mythology and culture.
Trend Summary
The name Arvid has seen a steady presence in Scandinavian countries, with occasional use in other regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Arvids
- Arvydas
International Variants
- Arvid (Swedish)
- Arvid (Norwegian)
- Arvid (Danish)
Famous people named Arvid
Arvid Carlsson was a Swedish pharmacologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2000 for his work on dopamine.
Arvid Lindman was a Swedish politician who served as Prime Minister of Sweden in the early 20th century.
Arvid Harnack was a German resistance fighter against the Nazi regime during World War II.
Arvid Järnefelt was a Finnish painter and writer known for his contributions to Finnish art.
Fictional characters named Arvid
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Arvid was first seen in the United States in 1880. Arvid has ranked as high as #740 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Arvid has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Arvid (1970)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1886 | 7 |
| 1887 | 11 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1889 | 9 |
| 1890 | 8 |
| 1891 | 9 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1893 | 8 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1896 | 12 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 11 |
| 1899 | 10 |
| 1900 | 9 |
| 1901 | 9 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1907 | 8 |
| 1908 | 12 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 19 |
| 1911 | 16 |
| 1912 | 28 |
| 1913 | 49 |
| 1914 | 54 |
| 1915 | 79 |
| 1916 | 100 |
| 1917 | 72 |
| 1918 | 69 |
| 1919 | 79 |
| 1920 | 91 |
| 1921 | 73 |
| 1922 | 67 |
| 1923 | 75 |
| 1924 | 60 |
| 1925 | 66 |
| 1926 | 63 |
| 1927 | 71 |
| 1928 | 73 |
| 1929 | 70 |
| 1930 | 65 |
| 1931 | 55 |
| 1932 | 57 |
| 1933 | 54 |
| 1934 | 50 |
| 1935 | 52 |
| 1936 | 55 |
| 1937 | 71 |
| 1938 | 51 |
| 1939 | 63 |
| 1940 | 59 |
| 1941 | 60 |
| 1942 | 55 |
| 1943 | 77 |
| 1944 | 42 |
| 1945 | 37 |
| 1946 | 56 |
| 1947 | 40 |
| 1948 | 40 |
| 1949 | 31 |
| 1950 | 37 |
| 1951 | 35 |
| 1952 | 28 |
| 1953 | 34 |
| 1954 | 27 |
| 1955 | 18 |
| 1956 | 25 |
| 1957 | 40 |
| 1958 | 23 |
| 1959 | 20 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 15 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 20 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 8 |