Elva
e-lva,
el-va
US Popularity:6609
Origin:Irish
Meaning:World; White, light, bright; Elf, elfin
Emerging from across the globe, Elva is a feminine name of multiple origins. Most likely deriving from the Latin and Spanish name Alva, Elva means “white.” Whereas the Irish name Ailbe and the word albbu, also means “white,” as well as “light,” “bright,” and possibly “world.” There are many who interpret Elva as the British name for an “elfin” leader, tracing the title back to the Old Norse Alf, which means “elf.” In truth, Elva is far more fierce and formidable, with strong ties to the ancient Irish warrior Ailbhe Gruadbrecc. One of the fearless female members of the legendary Fianna, known as the banféinní, Ailbhe is thought to have been a great love of Fionn mac Cumall. Known for her freckled complexion, there is little doubt that Elva's meaning is an homage to this fair-skinned warrior.
Elva Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Elva is currently #2171 on The Bump
Girl:Elva is currently #960 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Elva is currently #6609 in U.S. births
Girl:Elva is currently #2630 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#6609
in 2022
+ 519
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Elva (1), January 2019
Behind the Name, Ailbhe, June 2023
Behind the Name, Elva (2), January 2019
Behind the Name, Alf (1), April 2021
Baby Names 2020 by Eleanor Turner, pg. 232
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 76, 132
Name Doctor, Elva
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