Alva: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
An elf maiden, magical and wise.
- Origin
- Swedish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #3640
- Peak
- #334 in 1896
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Alva Means
Alva is a girl name of Swedish origin. An elf maiden, magical and wise.
How Popular Alva Is
Alva currently ranks #3640 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #334 in 1896. It is rising.
Good to Know About Alva
- Alva peaked at #334 in the U.S. in 1896.
- Alva has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- It has a wonderfully whimsical, fairy-tale quality.
Names Like Alva
Other Swedish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Alva
Swedish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Alva.
Questions About Alva
What does Alva mean?
Alva is a girl name of Swedish origin. An elf maiden, magical and wise.
How popular is Alva?
Alva currently ranks #3640 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #334 in 1896. It is rising.
Where does Alva come from?
Alva comes from Swedish roots. Alva peaked at #334 in the U.S. in 1896.
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