Declining since 2022.
Popularity of Elvera since 1887
Babies named Elvera per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 6 |
| 1890s | 111 |
| 1900s | 326 |
| 1910s | 1,432 |
| 1920s | 1,748 |
| 1930s | 780 |
| 1940s | 375 |
| 1950s | 229 |
| 1960s | 110 |
| 1970s | 39 |
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Elvera is a rare American first name that first appeared in 1887. It reached its peak popularity in 1919, but has never ranked in the national top 1,000 names. Since 2022, its usage has been declining. The name's origins are unclear; it may be a variant of Elvira or a modern invented blend. Elvera fits the stylistic pattern of early 20th-century feminine names like Elma, Alvera, and Melva. While it lacks a well-attested meaning or famous bearers, its soft, melodious sound appeals to those seeking a rare and vintage-sounding name.
Elvera first appeared in the United States in the late 19th century, with its earliest recorded use in 1887. It may be a variant of the Spanish name Elvira, or a feminine form of the rare English name Elver. More likely, it is a modern invented name, combining the fashionable prefix El- (as in Eloise or Eleanor) with the common feminine ending -vera (as in Vera or Ginevra). It never gained widespread popularity, peaking in 1919 and gradually declining thereafter.
Where Elvera is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Elvie, Vera, Elle
Sibling names for Elvera
Names that share Elvera's style, for a brother or sister.
