Italian

Sveva

Pronounced ZVEH-vahShare

Meaning: Possibly a reference to the Suebi

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

An Italian name possibly connected with the historical Germanic Suebi. Its etymology is qualified; the opening consonant cluster belongs to the Italian pronunciation.

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Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

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Origins

Sveva comes from Italian.

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