Alvah

Hebrew
"his highness"
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Alvah Origin and Meaning

The name Alvah is a boy's name.

Alvah is a masculine name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'his highness' or 'sublimity.' Appearing in the Bible as a descendant of Esau, Alvah carries ancient roots and religious significance. The name enjoyed modest popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries but has since become quite uncommon, giving it a vintage charm. Alvah has a soft yet strong sound that distinguishes it from more popular biblical names. Its short, two-syllable structure makes it accessible and easy to pronounce, while its rarity offers uniqueness without being difficult or unfamiliar in structure.

# 840 in the US

Alvah Rank in US Top 1000

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Famous People Named Alvah

  • Alvah Buckingham
    American grain merchant
  • Alvah Robert "Al" Holbert
    American racing driver
  • Alvah Cecil Bessie
    American novelist and screenwriter
  • Alvah Curtis Roebuck
    cofounder of U.S. department store Sears, Roebuck & Co.
  • Alvah Augustus Clark
    U.S. Congressman from New Jersey
  • Alvah Crocker
    U.S. judge and Congressman from Massachusetts

The name Alvah in Pop Culture

  • Alvah Case
    character on TV's "Oz"

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