Alma vs Alva

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alma

Girl #472 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"nourishing, kind"

Origin: Latin

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Girl #4,491 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"elf, supernatural being of light"

Origin: Old Norse

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Alma Rank #472

Alva Rank #4,491

Alma is more popular, ranked #472 vs #4491 for Alva.

Is Alma or Alva more popular?

Alma is more popular, ranked #472 compared to Alva at #4491 in the United States.

What do Alma and Alva mean?

Alma means "nourishing, kind" (Latin origin). Alva means "elf, supernatural being of light" (Old Norse origin).

Are Alma and Alva boy or girl names?

Alma is primarily a girl name. Alva is primarily a girl name.