gender neutral
Alva
elf wisdom
About Alva
Simple elegance defines this timeless choice that has graced generations while maintaining its contemporary appeal. Alva possesses a certain quiet strength that doesn't demand attention but naturally commands respect. The name feels both vintage and modern, offering the perfect blend for parents who appreciate classic beauty with enduring style. There's something refreshingly straightforward about Alva – no fuss, no complications, just pure, honest charm. This name suggests someone who will be authentic and genuine, comfortable in her own skin and confident in her abilities. Alva represents the beauty of simplicity in an increasingly complex world.
Popularity of the Name Alva
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #404 | |
| 1881 | #470 | |
| 1882 | #508 | |
| 1883 | #821 | |
| 1884 | #735 | |
| 1885 | #522 | |
| 1886 | #476 | |
| 1887 | #379 | |
| 1888 | #439 | |
| 1889 | #543 | |
| 1890 | #429 | |
| 1891 | #507 | |
| 1892 | #420 | |
| 1893 | #422 | |
| 1894 | #398 | |
| 1895 | #357 | |
| 1896 | #334 | |
| 1897 | #408 | |
| 1898 | #412 | |
| 1899 | #469 | |
| 1900 | #408 | |
| 1901 | #428 | |
| 1902 | #420 | |
| 1903 | #414 | |
| 1904 | #470 | |
| 1905 | #442 | |
| 1906 | #423 | |
| 1907 | #412 | |
| 1908 | #464 | |
| 1909 | #442 | |
| 1910 | #445 | |
| 1911 | #447 | |
| 1912 | #414 | |
| 1913 | #413 | |
| 1914 | #507 | |
| 1915 | #518 | |
| 1916 | #481 | |
| 1917 | #526 | |
| 1918 | #484 | |
| 1919 | #516 | |
| 1920 | #541 | |
| 1921 | #553 | |
| 1922 | #534 | |
| 1923 | #593 | |
| 1924 | #560 | |
| 1925 | #580 | |
| 1926 | #570 | |
| 1927 | #552 | |
| 1928 | #545 | |
| 1929 | #610 | |
| 1930 | #631 | |
| 1931 | #568 | |
| 1932 | #559 | |
| 1933 | #597 | |
| 1934 | #604 | |
| 1935 | #604 | |
| 1936 | #638 | |
| 1937 | #624 | |
| 1938 | #687 | |
| 1939 | #623 | |
| 1940 | #702 | |
| 1941 | #735 | |
| 1942 | #802 | |
| 1943 | #788 | |
| 1944 | #836 | |
| 1945 | #926 | |
| 1946 | #935 | |
| 1947 | #908 | |
| 1948 | #922 | |
| 1949 | #972 | |
| 1951 | #976 | |
| 1969 | #445 | |
| 1970 | #327 | |
| 1972 | #352 | |
| 1974 | #395 | |
| 1978 | #469 | |
| 1980 | #372 | |
| 1981 | #365 | |
| 1982 | #371 | |
| 1984 | #367 | |
| 1985 | #421 | |
| 1986 | #459 | |
| 1987 | #448 | |
| 1989 | #445 | |
| 1992 | #457 | |
| 1994 | #504 | |
| 1999 | #533 | |
| 2001 | #507 | |
| 2002 | #408 | |
| 2004 | #578 | |
| 2005 | #594 | |
| 2006 | #641 | |
| 2007 | #707 | |
| 2008 | #436 | |
| 2009 | #539 | |
| 2010 | #590 | |
| 2011 | #931 | |
| 2012 | #905 | |
| 2013 | #658 | |
| 2016 | #747 | |
| 2017 | #724 | |
| 2018 | #467 | |
| 2019 | #611 | |
| 2020 | #607 | |
| 2021 | #648 | |
| 2022 | #885 | |
| 2023 | #711 | |
| 2024 | #494 | |
| 2025 | #858 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland
Variations of Name Alva
Names Similar to Alva
Nicknames for Alva
- Al
- Alvy
- Val
- Ally
