Gervin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGER-vin / /ˈdʒɛr.vɪn/French; Germanic
Meaning
French: spear; Germanic: to keep safe
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Gervin has roots in both French and Germanic languages. It is derived from the Old French name Gervais, which itself comes from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning spear and 'wald' meaning rule. Historically, it has been used in various European cultures, particularly in France and Germany. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the centuries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gervais
International Variants
- Gervais (French)
- Gervin (Irish)
Famous people named Gervin
—
Fictional characters named Gervin
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gervin was first seen in the United States in 2016. Gervin has ranked as high as #1418 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Gervin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gervin
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
2016 | 5 |