Carville
Pronunciation: [ k-AHRV-ihl ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Carville first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 5 babies have been named Carville in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Carville is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #29,272 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #29,272
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Latin origin
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About the Name Carville
Carville is a boy name .
Carville is currently ranked #29,272 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Carville include Car, Cay, Carie, and Carvie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Carville include Carver . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis