Orvel
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Orvel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 119 babies have been named Orvel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Orvel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,832 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #11,832
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Orvel
Orvel is a boy name .
Orvel is currently ranked #11,832 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Orvel include Orv, Ory, Orie, and Orvkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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