Flavil
An uncommon masculine name possibly derived from Latin roots meaning "golden-yellow" or "tawny".
Name Census estimates that about 2 living Americans carry the first name Flavil. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Flavil today is around 94 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Flavil births was 1934 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Flavil. 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 Flavil is about 94 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Flavils were born before 1942.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Flavil. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
2
~ 1 in 171,377,169 Americans
Peak year
1934
6 babies that year
Average age
94
years old
1934 SSA rank
#3,422
Tracked since 1914
Popularity
Flavil: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Flavil from the 1910s through to the 1930s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 20 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Flavil 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 Flavil 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 Flavil
The given name Flavil is of Latin origin, derived from the word "flavus," which means "yellow" or "golden." This name likely emerged during the Roman era, although its precise origins are unclear.
In ancient Roman culture, the color yellow was associated with warmth, vitality, and prosperity. The name Flavil may have been bestowed upon individuals with golden hair or a warm, radiant complexion. It's possible that the name held symbolic significance, representing qualities such as brightness, optimism, and abundance.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Flavil dates back to the 3rd century AD. A Roman soldier named Flavil Decius is mentioned in historical records for his bravery and loyalty during the reign of Emperor Aurelian. Unfortunately, little is known about his personal life or the circumstances surrounding his name.
Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Flavil appears to have fallen out of widespread use, likely due to the decline of Latin as a spoken language. However, it resurfaced in various parts of Europe during the Renaissance period, particularly in Italy and France.
In the 16th century, a Italian painter named Flavil Constantini gained recognition for his vibrant and luminous artworks. Born in 1544 in Florence, Constantini's mastery of color and light earned him commissions from wealthy patrons across Italy.
Another notable bearer of the name was Flavil Montfort, a French philosopher and theologian who lived in the late 17th century. Montfort's writings explored the nature of human existence and the role of reason in understanding the divine. His works were widely debated and influenced intellectual discourse during his time.
In the 19th century, Flavil Dubois, a French explorer and naturalist, made significant contributions to the study of flora and fauna in the Amazon rainforest. Born in 1824, Dubois documented numerous species previously unknown to science and published several influential treatises on the region's biodiversity.
Flavil Eriksson, a Swedish inventor and engineer, also left his mark on history during the early 20th century. Born in 1879, Eriksson pioneered several advancements in the field of internal combustion engines, which revolutionized the automotive industry and transportation as a whole.
While the name Flavil may not be as common today as it once was, its rich historical legacy serves as a testament to the diverse individuals who have borne it over the centuries, each leaving their unique imprint on various fields and cultures.
People
Flavil + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Flavil as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Flavil: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Flavil?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Flavil 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 171,377,169 US residents.
Is Flavil a common name?
We classify Flavil as "Very Rare". It ranks above 4.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 36 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Flavil most popular?
The single biggest year for Flavil was 1934, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Flavil is about 94 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 Flavil in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Flavil a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Flavil 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 Flavil still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Flavil 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 Flavil 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 Americans are named Flavil?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.