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At a Glance: Name: Arvid – Meaning: eagle wood/forest – Origin: Old Norse (Scandinavian) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: AR-vid
Arvid (AR-vid) is a vintage boy's name with Old Norse roots, meaning "eagle wood" or "forest." It has an outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel and a worldly, Scandinavian flavor that sets it apart from more familiar old-fashioned names.
Meaning & Origin of Arvid
Meaning: Eagle wood/forest.
Origin: Old Norse (Scandinavian).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Arvid
Phonetic: AR-vid IPA: /ˈɑːrvɪd/
Popularity of Arvid
Arvid peaked in the U.S. at #547 in 1887, with 11 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it ranked #9019, with just 8 babies, so you'll rarely meet another one.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Arvid mean?
Eagle wood/forest. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Arvid)
How do you pronounce Arvid?
Arvid is pronounced AR-vid (IPA: /ˈɑːrvɪd/).
Is Arvid a popular name right now?
Arvid peaked at #547 in 1887 and is ranked #9019 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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