Alva vs Alma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alva

Girl #4,491 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"elf, supernatural being of light"

Origin: Old Norse

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Girl #472 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"nourishing, kind"

Origin: Latin

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Alva Rank #4,491

Alma Rank #472

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

Is Alva or Alma more popular?

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

What do Alva and Alma mean?

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

Are Alva and Alma boy or girl names?

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