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[Facts] Orvin
My first name is Orvin. Several years ago, while browsing in the public library, I found a book which indicated this name was of German origin and is a masculine name. My maternal grandfather bestowed my given names and he was of German descent. The book (too many years ago to remember the name) further indicated that the meaning of the word was "boar hog." The boar was often used in Germanic heraldry, since it was revered for the courage it often displayed. After reading the above, I had more liking for the name, which I have not used, prefering Royce. Since, Orvin was not found in the search on this website, I am making this post for whatever it might be worth to anyone. I have only seen this name on one other occasion. Are there more Orvins out there?
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Hi!I don't know the name Orvin, but if it is said to be originally German and means "boar", maybe it is an English variant of the German name Erwin which means "boar" + "friend".It could be a variant of one of these as well:Ortwin (head/tip of a weapon + friend)
Norwin (north + friend)
Gerwin (spear + friend)Regards, Satu
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Satu:Thanks for the input. The only other time that I have seen this name was on a campaign poster for a candidate in a local election. Boar is an appropriate name for someone in Arkansas Razorback country.RJ
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