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Alva

Alva: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex name

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæl.və/

Meaning and origin of Alva

  • A male given name.

How popular is Alva?

28U.S. babies in 2025
#162peak rank (1882)
20,158babies since 1880

Since 1880, 8,889 girls and 11,269 boys in the U.S. have been named Alva (44% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #334 in 1896. Its highest rank for boys was #162 in 1882. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Alva FAQ

What does the name Alva mean?

A male given name.

How popular is the name Alva?

Since 1880, 8,889 girls and 11,269 boys in the U.S. have been named Alva (44% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #334 in 1896. Its highest rank for boys was #162 in 1882. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Alva a boy or girl name?

Alva is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (8,889 girls and 11,269 boys since 1880).

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.