The first name Shelva, of Hebrew origin, translates to 'peace'. It is derived from the Hebrew word 'shalom', which signifies tranquility and harmony. This unique name offers a beautiful sentiment without being overly common.
"The name Shelva experienced significant popularity from the late 1930s to the early 1950s, with over 160 births per year during this period. However, by the mid-1950s, its usage began to decline rapidly, with fewer than 25 births annually until it became quite rare in the 1970s and 1980s, with less than 10 births recorded each year."