Arvel

Meaning of Arvel

Arvel is a male name with origins that can be traced back to Old English. It is derived from the word "earm" which means "poor" or "wretched." Despite its somewhat negative meaning, Arvel has gained popularity over the years and has been used as a given name for boys. The name Arvel is pronounced as AR-vuhl in both British English (/ˈɑː.vəl/) and American English (/ˈɑr.vəl/). A variation of the name is Arvil. In terms of popularity, according to data from newborns in Kentucky, Arvel was moderately used in the early 20th century, with varying occurrences and ranks each year. Overall, Arvel exudes a unique charm and may be a great choice for parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their baby boy.

Pronunciation

British English

  • Pronunced as AR-vuhl (/ˈɑː.vəl/)

American English

  • Pronunced as AR-vuhl (/ˈɑr.vəl/)

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Notable People Named Arvel

Arvel Gray is a Canadian-born CBC Manitoba personality known for anchoring the local television news program News at Noon until January 1985.
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