Elvira
Elvira is a Muslim girl name of Spanish (Germanic / Visigothic origin) origin, meaning “Usually explained as 'true' or 'all-protecting'”.
| Meaning | Usually explained as 'true' or 'all-protecting' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Spanish (Germanic / Visigothic origin) |
| Pronunciation | el-VEE-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Spain, Russia, Central Asia |
Meaning and origin of Elvira
Elvira is a Spanish name with Visigothic, that is Germanic, roots. Nobody is sure of its original meaning, though it is commonly given as 'true' or 'guard of all'. The name travelled across Europe and into Russia, and under Russian influence it became fairly familiar among Tatar and Bashkir families and other Soviet-era Muslim communities. Despite occasional claims, it has no Arabic origin at all.
Is Elvira a Muslim name?
Elvira does not belong to traditional Muslim naming, although a number of Tatar and Central Asian families have adopted it; Elham, Amira and Alia are Islamic alternatives that sound close.
How popular is Elvira?
Familiar in Spain, Russia and Eastern Europe, and used by some Tatar, Bashkir and Kazakh families.
Gifts with the name Elvira
- Elvira name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Elvira baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Elvira
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elvira mean?
Elvira means 'Usually explained as 'true' or 'all-protecting''. It is of Spanish (Germanic / Visigothic origin) origin.
Is Elvira a Muslim name?
Elvira does not belong to traditional Muslim naming, although a number of Tatar and Central Asian families have adopted it; Elham, Amira and Alia are Islamic alternatives that sound close.
How do you pronounce Elvira?
Elvira is pronounced el-VEE-rah.
Is Elvira a boy or girl name?
Elvira is usually a girl name.