Velva
Velva is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Soft, velvety, or covering.
Origin and history
Velva is a vintage feminine name of Latin origin, closely related to the word velvet or derived from Latin root words implying softness or covering. It enjoyed mild popularity in the early to mid-20th century in the United States. Today, it is exceptionally rare for newborn infants.
Popularity in the United States
4,274 babies in the United States have been named Velva since 1880. It ranks #2689 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- KY (13.9 %)
- WV (13.3 %)
- MO (10.6 %)
- OK (8.8 %)
- TX (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 13 |
| 1890-1900 | 117 |
| 1900-1910 | 285 |
| 1910-1920 | 997 |
| 1920-1930 | 951 |
| 1930-1940 | 697 |
| 1940-1950 | 505 |
| 1950-1960 | 378 |
| 1960-1970 | 225 |
| 1970-1980 | 87 |
| 1980-1990 | 19 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Velva was most commonly used in the United States during the 1910s and 1920s.
- The name shares its linguistic root with 'velvet', derived from the Latin 'villus' meaning tuft or soft hair.