In statistics, an ogive is the name of a line graph. Where did the ogive get its name?

It makes sense to call a pie chart a pie chart, because it looks round like a pie, but an ogive? It makes no sense!


If possible, please site your source when answering, but FYI, this is not for homework- I'm just curious. Thanks!

In statistics, an ogive is the name of a line graph. Where did the ogive get its name?
I think it is because of the curved shape. Check out the information on this source. (below) Hey glitter if you would please email me. I would appreciate it if u would give me some more...hmm advice on that question you answered. I just wanna ask you one thing.. Thnx in advance
Reply:It is from the old English and means an arch of stone; a diagonal arch that looked somewhat like the cumulative frequency graph, the ogive.