Elverta

“a form of Elvira, meaning 'truth'”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1768US 2023

432Births / yr

→Stable

141All-time births

📅 Since 190300

How to pronounce Elverta

ELV·ER·TAH

/ˈɛlv.ˈɝ.ˈtɑ/ · stress on ELV · 3 syllables

“a form of Elvira, meaning 'truth'”

American origin · Girl name

What does Elverta mean and where does it come from?

Elverta is a variant of the name Elvira, which has roots in the Spanish name, meaning 'truth' or 'white'. It was more commonly used in the early 20th century in the United States, often within certain family lineages. The name has a vintage charm and may appear in historical records of American name

Cultural significance

Elverta has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a form of elvira, meaning 'truth'.

Peak popularity

Reached #1586 in 1903 — currently #1768 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Elverta?

Elverta works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Elverta Grace

How popular is Elverta right now?

Holding steady — currently #1768 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1768 · Top 1.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1768	432	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1773	412	▲ up 5 · +8% births
2021	#1778	382	▲ up 2224 · +6267% births
1940	#4002	6	▲ up 723 · +20% births
1930	#4725	5	▼ down 175 · -17% births
1925	#4550	6	▼ down 1885 · -54% births
1920	#2665	13	▲ up 143 · +30% births
1915	#2808	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Elverta

Best Year2023Rank #1768

Peak Count432

Average Rank#3009

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1915 - 20238 years

The story of Elverta

Elverta entered American naming records in 1903 and has been in use for over 121 years. With 141 total births recorded, Elverta remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2808 in 1915 to #1768 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Elverta in 1903:

Mary Helen Anna Margaret Ruth

Elverta by decade

Elverta peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	13
1910s ★	50
1920s	46
1930s	26
1940s	6

💎Elverta has only 141 total recorded births since 1903 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Elverta?

Common

ElvErta

What names sound and feel like Elverta?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Elverta also consider these

Elberta

American · Noble and bright

Elverda

American · el verde -

Elverna

American · True, faithful

Elveta

Latvia · Invaluable, precious

Leverta

American · A variant of

Elreta

American · noble and powerful

Eliverta

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Elneta

American · Hebrew

Common questions about the name Elverta

What does the name Elverta mean?

Elverta means "a form of Elvira, meaning 'truth'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Elverta?

Elverta is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Elverta?

Elverta originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Elverta?

Elverta is a three-syllable name pronounced EH1 L V ER1 T AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Elverta?

Elverta pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.