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Jarvis

Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jarvis: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1996.

Originally an English surname, Jarvis developed as a medieval form of the Norman name Gervase, itself from a Germanic root meaning "spear servant." The name gained modern prominence through Jarvis Cocker, frontman of the British band Pulp, whose sharp wit defined the 1990s Britpop era. It also gained international recognition as the name of Tony Stark's loyal AI assistant in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Places such as Jarvis Island in the Pacific and Jarvis Street in Toronto share the name, though these are typically commemorative rather than etymological. A notable variant is Gervais, common in France, while the Scottish form has remained less widespread despite its solid, professional tone.