Alva

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Depending on its origin, Alva can mean 'fairness', 'elf', 'brightness', or 'exalted'.
Pronunciation
AL-va(Swedish)
Alva is pronounced as AL-vah or AHL-vah, depending on the origin.
Popularity
Alva is not a hugely popular baby name globally, but it has gained some popularity in recent years. It ranks at around #928 for boys and #1474 for girls in the United States.

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Alva Name meanings & History

Alva has multiple origins, including Gaelic, Swedish and Hebrew. In Gaelic, it means 'fairness'; in Swedish, it means 'elf'; while in Hebrew, it means 'brightness' or 'exalted'. Depending on its origin, Alva can mean 'fairness', 'elf', 'brightness', or 'exalted'. Feminine form of Alf 1. Alva can be used as a first name, middle name, or even a last name. It has a strong association with nature, which makes it a suitable name for children born in the spring, summer, or autumn months. Its meaning is also well-suited for children born into families who value fairness, light, or spiritual elevation.

Zodiac Sign of Alva: Action Aries

Synonyms of Alva:

A: Action,Assertive,Aggressive,Ambitious,Argumentative,Angry

L: Luscious,Liaison,Lovely,Lover,Languid,Legal,Lazy

V: Versatility,Variety,Vivacious,Vexing

Alva is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Upper name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Alva include Alva Gould Vanderbilt Belmont, a prominent women's rights activist and socialite from the United States, and Alva Myrdal, a Swedish diplomat who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1982 for her work on disarmament and human rights.

2.) Alva (Male)

Usage: Hebrew

Meanings: (Hebrew) intelligent; beloved friend

Other Forms: Alvah


3.) Alva (Male)

Usage: Hebrew

Meanings: (Hebrew) sublime.

Other Forms: Alvah


4.) Alva (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: The name Alva has different meanings, depending on its origin. It could mean "fair or white" in Irish/Gaelic, "elf" or "friend of elves" in Old Norse, or "female elf or supernatural being" in Swedish.

Pronunciation: AL-və
In English, it's pronounced as AL-vuh or AHL-vuh.


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Description: This name has different origins depending on the region. It could be of Irish, Gaelic, Swedish, or Old Norse origin. The name Alva has different meanings, depending on its origin. It could mean "fair or white" in Irish/Gaelic, "elf" or "friend of elves" in Old Norse, or "female elf or supernatural being" in Swedish. Variant of Alvah. A famous bearer of this name was the inventor Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931). Alva can be used as a first or middle name for both boys and girls. It is a versatile name that suits a wide range of personalities and lifestyles.

Famous People

Alva Belmont was an American socialite and women's rights activist. Alva Myrdal was a Swedish diplomat and politician who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1982. Alva Noto is a German composer and visual artist.

5.) Alva (Female)

Usage: Spanish

Meanings: (Spanish) fair; bright

Other Forms: Alvah


6.) Alva (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: (Latin, Spanish) white; light skinned. See also Elva.

Other Forms: Alvah, Alvana, Alvanna, Alvannah


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