Velva

English word name
"a fabric characterized by a short soft dense warp pile"

Velva Origin and Meaning

The name Velva is a girl's name.

Velva is a feminine name that may have originated as a variant of Velma, which has German origins meaning 'determined protector.' Alternatively, it might relate to Latin 'velum' meaning 'veil' or 'covering.' Velva has a soft, vintage quality reminiscent of names popular in the early 20th century. The name reached its peak of modest popularity in the United States during the 1910s-1920s. Today, Velva is quite rare, offering a distinctive choice with a gentle, nostalgic charm. Its soft consonants create a delicate impression, while the name still carries a sense of substance and history.

# 903 in the US

Velva Rank in US Top 1000

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Famous People Named Velva

  • Velva Darnell
    American country music singer
  • Velvalee Malvena Dickinson
    American spy for Japan
  • Velvalea "Vel" Rodgers Phillips
    American attorney and 29th Secretary of State of Wisconsin

The name Velva in Pop Culture

  • Aqua Velva
    brand of aftershave