Elvira

American  

[el-vahyr-uh, -veer-uh] / ɛlˈvaɪr ə, -ˈvɪər ə /

noun

1. a female given name: from a Germanic word meaning “elf counsel.”

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Example Sentences

Rep. María Elvira Salazar, a Miami Republican, lamented the separation of mixed-status families at a news conference last month to promote a bill she is sponsoring, dubbed the Dignity Act.

From The Wall Street Journal

At the Times Food Stage, Cassandra Peterson, known for her work as Elvira, will be demoing from her book “Elvira’s Cookbook From Hell.”

From Los Angeles Times

Florida Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar said on social media she was following the situation and "awaiting further details from US authorities".

From BBC

In summer 2025, Russia's Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina said that the economy was close to a "scenario of balanced rates of economic growth".

From BBC

“Like so many companies choosing to plant their flag here, you’ll find a city built for growth, low taxes, smart regulation and a skilled workforce ready to get to work,” Florida Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar, who represents Miami in Congress, wrote on X in reply to Palantir’s move.

From MarketWatch