Elvera Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elvera is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'bright' or 'white'. It has evolved through various forms, including Alvera and Elvira, reflecting a feminine identity. The name is linked to grace and elegance, with no direct biblical significance. Elvera saw a rise in popularity in the early 20th century, and while it remains less common today, it is perceived positively as a vintage name.
The name Elvera 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, Elvera 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, 'Elvera' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 513th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 861st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2395th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7493rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22013th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 27544th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 24576th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elvera' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elvera"
Pronunciation
/ɛlˈvɛərə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Elvera is derived from the Latin word 'albus', meaning 'white' or 'bright', combined with the suffix '-era', which often denotes a feminine form.
Meaning
bright, white
Language Evolution
Alvera, Elvira, Elvera
Historical Usage
Elvera gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend of adopting names with Latin roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Elvira, Alvera, Ella
Modern Popularity & Image
Elvera is considered a vintage name that carries an elegant and classic connotation, often associated with grace and beauty.
Famous People
Elvera R. A. C. D. M. T. de Leon, Elvera M. W. K. O. K. E. W. M. M. W. T. D. C. A. V. R. A. B. V. M. G. T. A. W. O. O. M. W. T. A. T. G. M. W. F. B. U. U. A. Verer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elvera"
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 "Elvera"
"Elvera" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 513th of 9107 | 3,220 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 861st of 9204 | 1,291 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2395th of 12526 | 417 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7493rd of 19264 | 86 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22013th of 27321 | 12 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 27544th of 35406 | 15 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24576th of 30306 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Elvera" 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 "Elvera" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
23.52% 333rd/1416 |
29.08% 401st/1379 |
40.41% 956th/2366 |
32.66% 373rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
43.98% 680th/1546 |
40.68% 633rd/1556 |
66.47% 1564th/2353 |
39.24% 607th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
80.45% 1955th/2430 |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
78.05% 2166th/2775 |
| 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 "Elvera"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elvera" 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.