Orville

Boy's name

Orville is of French origin, derived from the surname Orvile, which means "gold town."

Meaning Golden city
Origin French
U.S. births in 2023 12
Peak year 1920

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Orville Wright - Aviation pioneer, co-inventor of the airplane.
  • Orville Redenbacher - Popcorn entrepreneur, founder of popular popcorn brand.
  • Orville Gibson - Guitar maker, founder of Gibson Guitar Corporation.
  • Orville Peck - Country singer, known for his masked persona.
  • Orville Schell - Journalist, expert on China and Asia.
  • Orville Moody - Golfer, winner of the 1969 U.S. Open.
  • Orville H. Gibson - Mandolin maker, founder of Gibson Mandolin-Guitar Mfg. Co.
  • Orville L. Hubbard - Politician, mayor of Louisville, Kentucky.
  • Orville E. Babcock - Military officer, aide to Ulysses S. Grant.
  • Orville Brown - Professional wrestler, former NWA World Heavyweight Champion.

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