Alvina
[ælˈviː.nə]Meaning
Feminine form of Alvin, from Old English Ælfwine, "elf friend"
Background Story
Alvina is the feminine form of Alvin, from the Old English name Ælfwine, made of ælf, "elf", and wine, "friend". It can also derive from the Old High German Adelwin or Adalwin, meaning "noble friend". It is an uncommon name, first attested in mediaeval English records and revived in the 20th century, and it is used in Portuguese and Spanish.
Variations
Alvyna, Alvinae, Alvina
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