Alvera Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alvera is a name of Latin origin, meaning noble or truthful. It evolved from the name Alverus and has seen a resurgence in popularity due to its unique character. The name is linked to traits of elegance and strength, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Alvera is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alvera has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Alvera' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 796th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1278th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3016th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8765th out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Alvera' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alvera"
Pronunciation
/ælˈvɛərə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Alvera is derived from the Latin name 'Alverus,' which is believed to mean 'noble' or 'truthful.'
Meaning
noble, truthful
Language Evolution
Alverus, Alvera
Historical Usage
The name Alvera gained popularity in the early 20th century, largely due to its melodic sound and noble connotation.
Variants & Derivatives
Alva, Alver, Alverine
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Alvera is seen as a unique and vintage name, often associated with elegance and strength.
Famous People
Alvera S. McKnight, an influential educator, Alvera P. Jones, a notable artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alvera"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alvera"
"Alvera" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 796th of 9107 | 1,503 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1278th of 9204 | 642 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3016th of 12526 | 285 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8765th of 19264 | 62 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Alvera" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alvera" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
35.03% 496th/1416 |
41.62% 574th/1379 |
93.32% 2208th/2366 |
64.36% 735th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
59.12% 914th/1546 |
64.52% 1004th/1556 |
- |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alvera"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alvera" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.