Darvis is a unique and distinctive name of African American origin. It is believed to have been created by adding the suffix "-vis" to the name "Dar", which itself has several possible origins.
One theory suggests that Dar comes from the English word "dark", meaning "of dark complexion". Alternatively, it could be derived from the Scottish surname "Darragh", which means "strong" or "powerful".
The suffix "-vis" is thought to have been added to create a more melodic sound when pronounced aloud. This trend was popular among African Americans in the early to mid-20th century, leading to the creation of many unique names like Darvis.
Historically, the name Darvis gained prominence during the Civil Rights Movement in the United States. Many African American parents chose distinctive names for their children as a symbol of pride and independence. As such, Darvis became associated with this period of social change and empowerment.
Today, Darvis remains a relatively uncommon name, but it is still used occasionally in the United States and other countries around the world. It is often spelled variants like "Daruis" or "Daroyce", but its origin and meaning remain the same regardless of spelling.
The statistics provided show the number of babies named Darvis born in the United States each year from 1963 to 1994. During this period, there were a total of 67 babies named Darvis.
The highest number of births occurred in 1989 with 11 babies named Darvis. This was followed by two years with 8 births (1985 and 1988), and then two years with 7 births (1986 and 1987). There were also three periods where there were 5 births each year: in 1963, 1974, and 1994.
Overall, the popularity of the name Darvis peaked in the late 1980s before declining slightly by the mid-1990s.