Elviana
e-lvia-na,
el-viana
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Irish
Meaning:Elf friend; World; Light; White; Rock
Elviana is a feminine name that’s got a mystical ring to it. Possibly coming from the English Elvina and, by extension, the Old English Ælfwine, it translates to “elf friend.” Elves are a popular creature in Germanic mythology, with their temperaments ranging from benevolent to mischievous. If you want to encourage baby to nurture both their kind and playful sides, Elviana makes for a great choice. This moniker may also have links to Elva, from the Irish Ailbhe, which can mean “world,” “light,” “white,” or “rock.” With all these meanings, your little one will have plenty to work with in the future.
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Sources
Behind the Name, Elvina, June 2023
Behind the Name, Alvina, April 2022
Behind the Name, Alvin, June 2019
WordSense Dictionary, Alvin
Behind the Name, Ailbhe, December 2024
Britannica, elf, mythology, March 2025
Behind the Name, Ælfwine, February 2020
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