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Orville Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Orville

"A male given name originating as a coinage."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1920 👥 35,206 in US
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Meaning
A male given name originating as a coinage.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
35,206
Life Path
Number 3

📖 What Does Orville Mean?

Orville is a masculine given name. It may refer to:

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Orville is a masculine given name. It may refer to:…

Root Element
Orville
Core Meaning
"A male given name originating as a coinage."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Orville

O 6
R 9
V 4
I 9
L 3
L 3
E 5
SUM 3
3
Life Path
Creativity & Expression
2
Soul Urge
Harmony & Diplomacy
1
Personality
Independence & Leadership

Life Path 3 — Creativity & Expression: Charismatic, artistic, and highly communicative.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 35,206 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 35,206
Peak year 1920 (1,203)
First recorded 1880
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Orville" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A male given name originating as a coinage.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~35,206 people named Orville in the US. Peaked in 1920 with 1,203 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Orville?

The Life Path number for Orville is 3, associated with Creativity & Expression. Soul Urge: 2. Personality: 1.

Is Orville a boy or girl name?

Orville is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Orville in the US?

Approximately 35,206 people in the United States are named Orville. The name peaked in 1920 with 1,203 recorded uses.

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