Shelva
GirlShelva is a girl's name of Old English origin meaning "Willow farm or shelf; variant of Shelby.". It is pronounced SHEL-vuh. Today it is an uncommon name (popularity 40/100) and fading.
Old English origin · /SHEL-vuh/ · modern
Meaning: Willow farm or shelf; variant of Shelby.
Insights
Most popular in the 1930s.
Today, Shelva is an uncommon name (popularity 40/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Shelva
What does Shelva mean?
Shelva means "Willow farm or shelf; variant of Shelby.". It is of Old English origin.
Is Shelva a boy or girl name?
Shelva is traditionally a girl's name.
How popular is Shelva?
Shelva is an uncommon name, with a popularity score of 40/100. It was most popular in the 1930s.
How is Shelva pronounced?
Shelva is pronounced SHEL-vuh.
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