Orville
French · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Orville
Orville is a French name derived from "or" (gold) and "ville" (town), literally meaning "golden town" or "city of gold." The name was popularized in English-speaking countries during the 19th and 20th centuries, most notably by aviation pioneer Orville Wright.
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Etymology
Orville is a French name derived from "or" (gold) and "ville" (town), literally meaning "golden town" or "city of gold." The name was popularized in English-speaking countries during the 19th and 20th centuries, most notably by aviation pioneer Orville Wright.
Orville currently ranks #6,347 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1920.
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