Find out how popular the first name Gervin has been for the last 1 years (from 2016 to 2016) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Gervin by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Gervin is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2016, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Gervin.

The history of the first name Gervin

The name Gervin is of German origin, derived from the Old High German name "Gerwin" or "Gerwini," which was composed of the elements "ger" meaning "spear" and "win" meaning "friend." It first appeared in the 8th century AD during the Carolingian period in areas that are now part of modern-day Germany and France.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Gervin can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus, a collection of medieval diplomatic documents from the 9th century, where it appears as the name of a nobleman from the Duchy of Saxony.

In the 11th century, a monk named Gervin is mentioned in the Annales Cambriae, a historical chronicle from medieval Wales, as having traveled to Britain and established a monastery in the region.

During the Crusades in the 12th century, a knight named Gervin de Joinville is recorded as having accompanied King Louis IX of France on the Seventh Crusade to the Holy Land. He is mentioned in the memoirs of Jean de Joinville, a chronicler and close friend of the king.

In the 14th century, a German scholar and theologian named Gervin von Minden gained recognition for his writings on Christian mysticism and his contributions to the Devotio Moderna movement, which emphasized a spiritual life focused on inner experience and personal devotion.

Another notable figure with the name Gervin was Gervin de Parry, a French nobleman and military commander who fought in the Hundred Years' War in the 15th century. He is mentioned in several chronicles and historical accounts of the time, including the writings of the French historian Philippe de Commines.

While the name Gervin has ancient roots and has been used throughout history, it has become less common in modern times, especially in English-speaking countries. However, it continues to be used, particularly in its various spelling variations, in parts of Europe where it originated.

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