Arvid

Arvid is a first name that is common in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden and originally derives from the Old Norse name Arnviðr. The name for boys has meanings such as 'the eagle of the forest', 'the eagle that sits in the tree', or 'the eagle in the storm'. Additionally, one could also derive 'the eagle's nest' or, in a poetic sense, 'the strong warrior'.

What does the name Arvid mean?

Arvid is a masculine first name of Scandinavian origin, stemming from the Old Norse name Arnviðr. It means 'the eagle of the forest', 'the eagle that sits in the tree', or 'the eagle in the storm'. The terms 'the eagle's nest' as well as, in a poetic sense, 'the strong warrior' or 'the brave fighter' are also conceivable. The name has its roots in Old Norse, Old High German, and Germanic. The components of the name consist of the Old Norse words arn or ǫrn for 'the eagle' and vidhr or viðr for 'the forest', 'the wood', or 'the tree'. Furthermore, the syllable Vid- or Wid- also stands for 'forest' or 'wood' in Germanic (as in the names Witiko, Wedigo, Wedekind, Widukind, Witta, Witold). Arvid is widely used in the Indo-European area and is particularly common in Scandinavia and Germany. Variants of the name include Arved, Arwed, and Arwid, while the feminine form Arvida is used. A well-known bearer of this name is Arvid August Afzelius, a Swedish pastor, poet, historian, and mythologist.

Where does the name Arvid come from?

The name Arvid has its roots in Old Norse and means 'the eagle of the forest' or 'the eagle in the tree'. The word components consist of arn or ǫrn, which means 'the eagle', and vidhr or viðr, which means 'the forest', 'the wood', or 'the tree'. The languages in which this name occurs are Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish, as well as other Scandinavian languages.

How do you pronounce Arvid?

The pronunciation of the name Arvid is two syllables and clearly structured. In the German language, it is usually pronounced as 'Ar-vid' [ˈaʁvɪt]. The name begins with an open A sound and a rolled or aspirated R. The second syllable ends with a firm d sound, giving the name a powerful note. Arvid radiates Nordic steadfastness – a name with clear contours and quiet strength.

When is the name day of Arvid?

The name day of Arvid is celebrated on August 31.

Popularity

In Germany, Arvid is among the popular first names. Currently, it ranks 361st on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2015 at 318th. In the last ten years, Arvid has been chosen as a first name about 1,600 times, placing it 387th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 394th.

Nicknames & pet names

Addi / Affi / Alfred / Aquavit / Ardennen / Ari / Arkid / Arv / Arve / Arvedo / Arvi / Arvigi / Arviti / Arvivi / Arweed / Avid / Avit / Avto / Awi / David / Harfe / Rvi / Vid / Vidi

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Famous people

• Arvid Aae (Swedish painter)
• Arvid Anand Olof Lindblad (British-Swedish-Indian racing driver)
• Arvid Andersen (Danish musician)
• Arvid August Afzelius (pastor)
• Arvid Boecker (artist)
• Arvid Emanuelsson (football player from Sweden)
• Arvid Fladmoe (American musician)
• Arvid Genetz (writer)
• Arvid Gram Paulsen (saxophonist from Norway)
• Arvid Gustaf Högbom (Swedish geologist)
• Arvid Gutschow (photographer)
• Arvid Hanssen (journalist and writer)
• Arvid Harnack (resistance fighter)
• Arvid Ivanovich Kubbel (Russian chess player)
• Arvid Järnefelt (Finnish writer)
• Arvid Jorm (painter)
• Arvid Kinder (German beach volleyball player)
• Arvid Kleven (composer from Norway)
• Arvid Kurck (Finnish bishop)
• Arvid Larsen (musical performer (singer))