Alva

[Leeloo1233]

What do you think of this female name mostly given in Scandinavia?

I like it, it's so international.
Alba is Spanish - dawn
Alva is Irish as well as Scandinavian (ailbhe)

Its meaning in Irish is noble or bright.
What's its meaning in Scandinavian

Sounds like an electronics brand to me...although I still like it!

I see it means Elf in Scandinavian countries.

Interesting. The name Elva is also used in Ireland. I only know two so it's not exactly common but it is used. Elva is also lovely imo and has that norse /gaelic vibe

Google says it's the feminine form of the name Alf and means 'elf' but it can also be considered unisex which is why it is becoming really popular.

Well, I think it's really pretty so it's a yes vote from me for a girl but a no for a boy, it just doesnt sound unisex to me!

I think I'd put an R on the end for a boy. Without, its lovely, but definitely seems feminine to my ear.

I think vulva.

I love it, I know a little Alva and think it's a wonderful name

drpet49
Yes same here

I prefer Elva tbh but Alva is alright. Seems like it'd travel well.

I think vulva too, sorry.

I'm sorry but it sounds like vulva for me too

Oh I love Alva!

To me, it is the village closest to Menstrie in Clackmannanshire.

@drpet49

I think vulva.

Was going to comment the same before I saw you already had!

@drpet49

I think vulva.

Then you're extremely odd. I have known two, one was my mum's cousin and male. The other is a female student of mine, and she's Italian. I really like it.

Brand of nappy

Also think vulva, sorry

It's Thomas Edison's middle name (thank you pub quizzes) if that has any bearing...

I love it in Irish - Ailbhe. Don’t like the ‘look’ of Alva as much.

Reminded me of Aviva? Or some sort of car insurance company or probiotic drinks

I like Alva but to me it's a town in Clackmannanshire.

@Geamhradh or not extremely odd, since quite a few people have said it reminds them of that! It ends in the same 3 letters and rhymes with it. Better people be honest, as OP may not have thought about it.

Prefer Elva.