Örvény

Érvény is a Hungarian term that can function as a common noun meaning validity or force, and as a proper noun in toponymy or onomastics. In standard Hungarian, the noun érvény refers to the quality of being valid or in effect, with related forms such as érvényesség (validity) and érvényes (valid, in force). The concept plays a central role in administrative and legal contexts, where a law, regulation, contract, or treaty has érvényessége or lépett érvénybe, meaning it has entered into force.

As a proper noun, Érvény is attested as a place-name in some Hungarian-speaking regions and can also appear as a surname in historical documents. When used as a toponym, it may signify a locality historically associated with recognized rights, privileges, or a specific legal status. The precise geographic references and administrative affiliations, if any, depend on local records, as the form is uncommon in major contemporary registers.

In toponymy and onomastics, Érvény illustrates how Hungarian place-names and surnames can arise from abstract concepts tied to legal or administrative life, such as permission, validity, or jurisdiction. The capitalization of É signals its use as a proper noun rather than a common noun, and reflects its potential occurrence in historical or regional naming practices.