Olvis
A gender neutral name potentially of Germanic or Latin origin.
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Olvis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Olvis today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Olvis births was 1918 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Olvis. 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
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Olvis. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1918
5 babies that year
Average age
-
1918 SSA rank
#4,627
Tracked since 1918
Popularity
Olvis: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Olvis 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 Olvis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Olvis
The name Olvis is a unique and intriguing moniker with an interesting history. It is believed to have originated in ancient Scandinavia, where it was derived from the Old Norse words "alfr" (elf) and "vis" (wise). This suggests that the name may have been associated with elven folklore or wisdom in Norse mythology.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Olvis can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, a collection of medieval literary works that recount the histories and legends of Scandinavian societies. In these texts, Olvis is mentioned as the name of a wise and respected elder who served as an advisor to various chieftains and kings.
Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Olvis gained popularity among Scandinavian and Germanic populations. It was often bestowed upon individuals who were known for their intelligence, wisdom, or connection to the natural world. Notably, an Olvis is mentioned in the Nibelungenlied, a renowned German epic poem from around the 13th century, as a skilled healer and herbalist.
The name Olvis also appears in several religious texts and historical records from the medieval period. In the Icelandic Annals, an Olvis is mentioned as a prominent figure in the conversion of Iceland to Christianity in the year 1000 AD. Additionally, an Olvis is listed as a signatory on the Magna Carta, the influential charter of rights agreed upon by King John of England in 1215.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Olvis. One of the earliest was Olvis the Skald (c. 950-1020), a renowned Icelandic poet and storyteller who composed many traditional sagas and poems. Another notable figure was Olvis von Münster (1175-1238), a German monk and theologian who played a significant role in the intellectual and religious debates of his time.
In the Renaissance period, Olvis Giordano (1472-1538) was an Italian humanist and scholar who made important contributions to the field of classical literature. Centuries later, Olvis Andersen (1800-1879) was a Norwegian writer and journalist who advocated for workers' rights and social reform during the industrial revolution.
Finally, one of the most recent historical figures with the name Olvis was Olvis Eriksson (1901-1985), a Swedish artist and painter known for his stunning landscapes and nature scenes. His works are still highly valued and exhibited in galleries across Scandinavia.
While the name Olvis may be less common today, its rich history and connotations of wisdom, nature, and storytelling make it a fascinating and meaningful moniker that has left an indelible mark on various cultures and periods throughout the ages.
People
Olvis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Olvis as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with O
Other first names starting with O with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Olvis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Olvis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Olvis 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 - US residents.
Is Olvis a common name?
We classify Olvis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Olvis most popular?
The single biggest year for Olvis was 1918, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Olvis is about 0 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 Olvis in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Olvis a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Olvis 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 Olvis still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Olvis 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 Olvis 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 Olvis?
See how many Americans are named Olvis on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.