Elvera
Elvera is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
All true, foreign truth, or truthful.
Origin and history
Elvera is a feminine name of Germanic origin, traditionally understood as a variant of Elvira, meaning 'all true' or 'truthful'. Historically present in the United States in the early to mid-20th century, it has become rare in modern usage.
Popularity in the United States
5,200 babies in the United States have been named Elvera since 1880. It ranks #2394 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2089.
States where it is most popular
- NY (12.9 %)
- IL (11.7 %)
- CA (11.4 %)
- MN (10.8 %)
- PA (9.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 111 |
| 1900-1910 | 326 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,432 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,748 |
| 1930-1940 | 780 |
| 1940-1950 | 375 |
| 1950-1960 | 229 |
| 1960-1970 | 110 |
| 1970-1980 | 39 |
| 1980-1990 | 17 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 10 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 12 |
Nicknames
Vera, Elvie
Fun facts
- Elvera is closely linked to the older Germanic name Elvira, which gained popularity across Europe before spreading to the Americas.
- Though popular in early 20th-century America, Elvera remains a rare choice today among vintage names.