Origin:British
Other Origin(s):German, Norse
Meaning:Elfish; Unusual; Noble wood; Elf friend; All wise
Elvys is a masculine name that can be a creative spin on Elvis. If you’ve got a love for classic rock, Elvys is a great way to connect baby to the iconic Elvis Presley. For a more fantasy-inspired name, Elvys can be based on a variety of classic monikers. To start, it can come from the Middle English word elvyssh, meaning “elfish” or “unusual.” Along with introducing baby to a classic mythical creature, this moniker is a lovely way to encourage them to be their authentic selves and go outside the beaten path. Elvys may also come from the German Alvice, meaning “noble wood,” the Old English Ælfwine, meaning “elf friend,” or the Old Norse Alvíss, meaning “all wise.” With a sense of nobility, wisdom, and loyalty. Elvys is a name that your little one can wear with pride.
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Elvis, January 2022

  • Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Sources, Alvice

  • Behind the Name, Ælfwine, February 2020

  • Behind the Name, Alvis, April 2019

  • WordSense Dictionary, elvys

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