Find out how popular the first name Alvie has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Alvie by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Alvie is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 92% of people named Alvie being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 9 male babies and 5 female babies born with the name Alvie.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 5 baby girls were named Alvie in 2023, despite it being a predominantly male name. We'd love to know why!

The history of the first name Alvie

The given name Alvie is believed to have originated from the Old Norse language, which was spoken by the Germanic peoples of Scandinavia and other regions during the Viking Age, approximately from the 8th to the 11th century. It is derived from the Old Norse word "alfr," which means "elf" or "supernatural being."

In Norse mythology, elves were considered magical beings associated with nature, fertility, and wisdom. The name Alvie may have been given to children as a way to invoke protection or blessing from these mythical creatures, or to honor their perceived connection with the natural world.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Alvie can be found in the Icelandic sagas, a collection of stories and historical accounts from the 13th century. In the Saga of the Volsungs, for instance, there is a character named Alvítr, which is a variation of the name Alvie.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Alvie. One of the earliest was Alvie Waldo Callahan (1871-1933), an American businessman and politician from Illinois who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1911 to 1913.

Another notable figure was Alvie Edwards (1909-1975), an American baseball player who played for the New York Giants and the Boston Braves in the 1930s. He was a right-handed pitcher and played in the major leagues from 1933 to 1941.

In the literary world, Alvie Lyn Ferguson (1942-1998) was an American author and screenwriter, best known for her novel "The Courtship of Eddie's Father," which was later adapted into a movie and television series.

Alvie Earl Brack (1902-1977) was an American businessman and philanthropist from Oklahoma, who made significant contributions to various educational institutions, including the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University.

More recently, Alvie Evans (1962-2018) was a Canadian actor and filmmaker, known for his roles in television series such as "Da Vinci's Inquest" and "Stargate SG-1."

While the name Alvie may not be as common today as it once was, its historical roots and connections to Norse mythology and folklore have added a rich cultural significance to this unique and intriguing name.

Data source

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