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The name Elva peaked for boys at #794 in 1901. Elva is occasionally used for girls in 2024.

The name Elva is a girl's name of Irish, Danish, Icelandic origin meaning "bright, light, white; elf".

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Elva is a multicultural choice, being both an anglicization of the Irish Ailbhe and an feminine form of the name Alf, meaning "elf". Popular in the US at the beginning of the 20th century, it remaining in the charts until the '70s, but it has not been given since. The alternative form  Alva has faired slightly better, while in Ireland, Ailbhe remains the preferred spelling. Nevertheless, Elva combines the sounds of Elsa, Ella, Eva, and Ever and may also appeal to those expecting a baby at Christmas. 

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The name Elva is currently ranked #991 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #161 in 1901. It is currently rising in popularity. The name is most popular in ELVA, ELVA, and ELVA. Elva is occasionally used for boys in 1981.

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