Jarvis
Jarvis: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈd͡ʒɑːvɪs/ · /ˈd͡ʒɑɹvɪs/
Meaning and origin of Jarvis
- A male given name from the Germanic languages transferred back from the surname.
Etymology
A surname derived from a Middle English form of Gervase.
How popular is Jarvis?
Since 1880, 123 girls and 17,720 boys in the U.S. have been named Jarvis (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4427 in 1928. Its highest rank for boys was #347 in 1988. In 2025, 44 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Jarvis FAQ
What does the name Jarvis mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages transferred back from the surname. A surname derived from a Middle English form of Gervase.
What is the origin of the name Jarvis?
Jarvis is listed as a name of Germanic languages transferred back from origin.
How popular is the name Jarvis?
Since 1880, 123 girls and 17,720 boys in the U.S. have been named Jarvis (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4427 in 1928. Its highest rank for boys was #347 in 1988. In 2025, 44 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jarvis a boy or girl name?
Jarvis is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 123 girls and 17,720 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.