Elvina
Elvina is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Elf friend or noble friend.
Origin and history
Elvina is a feminine name derived from Old English elements meaning 'elf friend' or 'noble friend'. Popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it remains a rare choice in modern U.S. usage. It offers a vintage, classic sound similar to names like Elvira and Alvina.
Popularity in the United States
2,605 babies in the United States have been named Elvina since 1880. It ranks #3462 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2048.
States where it is most popular
- LA (68.9 %)
- MN (8.6 %)
- PA (6 %)
- IL (4.4 %)
- SD (2.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 94 |
| 1890-1900 | 171 |
| 1900-1910 | 194 |
| 1910-1920 | 457 |
| 1920-1930 | 537 |
| 1930-1940 | 314 |
| 1940-1950 | 197 |
| 1950-1960 | 149 |
| 1960-1970 | 97 |
| 1970-1980 | 65 |
| 1980-1990 | 85 |
| 1990-2000 | 41 |
| 2000-2010 | 53 |
| 2010-2019 | 98 |
| 2020-2029 | 53 |
Famous people named Elvina
- Elvina Vidot: Paralympian, Athlete
Nicknames
Elvie, Ellie, Vina
Fun facts
- The name evolved from Anglo-Saxon feminine names such as Ælfwine or Æðelwine.
- It enjoyed peak popularity in the United States around the turn of the 20th century.