Orville: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ohrv-eell-eh
Origin: France
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Golden town

The name Orville is from Old French, meaning 'Golden Town. ', meaning "gold" and "ruler" respectively. The name has a long history dating back to the Middle Ages and was popularized by Orville Wright, one of the inventors of the airplane. Over time, the use of Orville has evolved, with some families continuing to use it as a traditional name and others adopting it for its timeless elegance. The name is important because it carries historical significance and represents a connection to innovation and progress.

Orville Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Orville is currently #14387 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Orville is currently #6198 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Orville is currently #7297 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Orville is currently #3129 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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