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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Elf
- Origin
- Scandinavian (Swedish/Norwegian feminine form of Alf); also a variant of the Hebrew masculine name Alvah
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- AL-vah
Alva is a girl's name with Scandinavian roots, the Swedish and Norwegian feminine form of Alf, and it also works as a variant of the Hebrew masculine name Alvah. Its meaning is "elf." It's pronounced AL-vah, and it has a clean, modern look with a vintage feel.
Meaning & Origin of Alva
Meaning: Elf.
Origin: Scandinavian (Swedish/Norwegian feminine form of Alf); also a variant of the Hebrew masculine name Alvah.
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Alva
AL-vahIPA /ˈælvə/
Popularity of Alva
Alva peaked at #162 in 1882, when 85 babies were given the name. By 2024 it ranked #4465, with 31 babies, so it's a rare pick today.
Names Like Alva
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FAQ
What does the name Alva mean?
Elf. (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Alva?
Alva is pronounced AL-vah (IPA: /ˈælvə/).
Is Alva a popular name right now?
Alva peaked at #162 in 1882 and is ranked #4465 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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