Alva
AL-və
Popularity
#4465
Letters
4
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
20,130
Peak Year
#478 in 1917
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage, Royal & Regal
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Of Germanic origin, meaning 'noble' or 'bright'. Also found as a form of Alvin.
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Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Alva Belmont
American socialite and women's rights activist
Alva Myrdal
Swedish diplomat, politician, sociologist, Nobel Peace Prize
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