Spear servant or spear driver
Derived from the French name Gervais, which stems from the Germanic elements 'ger' (spear) and 'vas' (servant). It was introduced to England by the Normans and became a common surname before transitioning into a given name. In modern pop culture, it is strongly associated with high-tech intelligence.
About 44 boys were named Jarvis in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Frontman of the Britpop band Pulp
NFL wide receiver
Tony Stark's AI assistant · Iron Man
Loyal bank clerk and friend to the Manette family · A Tale of Two Cities
Renowned Chicago architect
The same feel as Jarvis — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.