Belva

Meaning

Beautiful view or fair-haired, possibly derived from Latin or English elements.

Etymology

Belva may derive from Latin 'bellus' (beautiful) combined with an English element, or possibly from Old English elements. The exact etymology is uncertain, though it appears to be a 19th-century American coinage.

About the Name Belva

Belva is a rare feminine name of uncertain etymology that appears to be primarily American in origin. It gained some recognition through Belva Lockwood, an early American feminist and presidential candidate.

Notable Bearers

Historical People Named Belva