Arvester
A masculine name of possible Latin origin, perhaps related to "arvum" meaning "field".
Name Census estimates that about 12 living Americans carry the first name Arvester. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Arvester today is around 73 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Arvester births was 1954 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Arvester. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Arvester is about 73 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Arvesters were born before 1963.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Arvester. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
12
~ 1 in 28,562,862 Americans
Peak year
1954
7 babies that year
Average age
73
years old
1955 SSA rank
#3,912
Tracked since 1926
Popularity
Arvester: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Arvester from the 1920s through to the 1950s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 12 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Arvester by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Arvester during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Arvester
The name Arvester is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich tapestry of history and cultural significance. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Etruscan civilization that flourished in what is now modern-day Italy. The name is derived from the Etruscan word "arvestor," which translates to "harvester" or "reaper."
During the height of the Etruscan civilization, around the 6th century BCE, the name Arvester was bestowed upon those who excelled in agriculture and were responsible for overseeing the harvest. It was a title of honor and respect, symbolizing the vital role that these individuals played in ensuring the sustenance and prosperity of their communities.
As the Etruscan culture intermingled with the emerging Roman civilization, the name Arvester found its way into Roman society. One notable figure bearing this name was Arvester Maximus, a celebrated Roman agriculturalist and author who lived during the 2nd century CE. His seminal work, "De Agri Cultura," provided invaluable insights into ancient farming techniques and crop management.
In the Middle Ages, the name Arvester resurfaced in various parts of Europe, particularly in regions with strong agricultural traditions. One such individual was Arvester von Hatzfeld, a German nobleman and landowner born in 1412. He was renowned for his innovative farming methods and played a pivotal role in the development of sustainable agricultural practices in his region.
The Renaissance period saw the emergence of another notable figure named Arvester. Arvester Botticelli, born in 1487 in Florence, Italy, was a renowned painter and a contemporary of the great Michelangelo. Although his works were often overshadowed by his more famous contemporaries, Arvester Botticelli's intricate depictions of rural life and harvest scenes have been celebrated for their attention to detail and vibrant colors.
In the 19th century, the name Arvester gained prominence in the literary world with the publication of Arvester Hawthorne's seminal novel, "The Scarlet Letter." Born in 1804 in Salem, Massachusetts, Arvester Hawthorne was a celebrated American author whose works explored themes of sin, guilt, and redemption in Puritan New England society.
While the name Arvester may not be as common as it once was, its rich historical tapestry and connections to agriculture, art, and literature make it a unique and captivating moniker. From the ancient Etruscans to the Renaissance and beyond, the name Arvester has left an indelible mark on various cultures, serving as a testament to the enduring influence of language and the enduring pursuit of knowledge and artistic expression.
People
Arvester + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Arvester as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Arvester: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Arvester?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 12 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Arvester going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 28,562,862 US residents.
Is Arvester a common name?
We classify Arvester as "Very Rare". It ranks above 32.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 22 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Arvester most popular?
The single biggest year for Arvester was 1954, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Arvester is about 73 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Arvester in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Arvester a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Arvester in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Arvester still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Arvester in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Arvester can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Arvester?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.