Balvina
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Balvina
Balvina means "strong, bold friend" or "brave friend," derived from the Latin elements *baldus* (bold, brave) and *vin* (friend).
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Etymology
Balvina means "strong, bold friend" or "brave friend," derived from the Latin elements *baldus* (bold, brave) and *vin* (friend). It is a feminine given name used primarily in Spanish and Italian cultures, with historical roots in medieval Europe and occasional association with Christian saints.
Balvina currently ranks #15,768 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1920.
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