Elvira

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Meaning
The name Elvira is of Spanish origin and means "truth." It is derived from the Germanic name Alberich, which means "elf ruler."
Pronunciation
ehl-BEE-ra(Spanish)
ehl-VEE-ra(Italian)
Popularity
Despite its long history, Elvira is not a particularly popular name in the world. In the United States, it is currently ranked #2,979 among baby girl names. In Spain, it is more popular, and is currently ranked among the top 300 baby girl names.

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Elvira Name meanings & History

The name Elvira is of Spanish origin and means "truth." It is derived from the Germanic name Alberich, which means "elf ruler.". Spanish form of a Visigothic name, recorded from the 10th century in forms such as Geloyra or Giluira. It is of uncertain meaning, possibly composed of the Gothic element gails "happy" or gails "spear" combined with wers "friendly, agreeable, true". The name was borne by members of the royal families of León and Castille. This is also the name of a character in Mozart's opera Don Giovanni (1787).

Zodiac Sign of Elvira: Expressive Gemini

Synonyms of Elvira:

E: Environment,Enliven,Expressive,Enlighten,Exaggerate,Entertain

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

V: Vexing,Vivacious,Variety,Versatility

I: Involved,Intimate,Indulgence

R: Resourceful,Restless,Rational,Reason

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

Elvira is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Complex name
  • a Devious name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Upper name
  • a Urban name

2.) Elvira (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: (Latin) white; blond. (German) closed up. (Spanish) elfin. Geography: the town in Spain that hosted a Catholic synod in 300

Other Forms: Elvara, Elvarah, Elvirah, Elvire, Elvyra, Elvyrah, Elwira, Elwirah, Elwyra, Elwyrah, Vira


3.) ELVIRA (Female)

Usage: Spanish

Meanings: Of uncertain derivation, most believe it to be of Germanic origin and give it the definition “amiable, friendly.” Var: Albira, Alvirra, Elberia, Elbiera, Elevira, Elveira, Elvera, Elveria, Elvirea, Elviria, Elvirra, Ilvira. Dim: Vivita. Pet: Evia, Vila. (ELL-BEE-RAH)


4.) Elvira (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: (Latin, German) light-haired and quiet

Other Forms: Elva, Elvie


5.) ELVIRA (Female)

Usage: Portuguese

Meanings: Portuguese and Spanish name of uncertain etymology. Some believe it to be of Gothic origin. “Amiable” and “friendly” are popular folk definitions of the name. (EHL-VEE-RAH)


6.) ELVIRA (Female)

Usage: Russian

Meanings: A borrowing from the Spanish, Elvira is a name of uncertain etymology. Some believe it to be of Gothic origin. “Amiable” and “friendly” are popular folk definitions of the name. (EL-VEE-RAH)


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