Ylva as a Female Name
Ylva is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Ylva for a girl get a name with a clear Scandinavian (Old Norse) heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Ylva means “she-wolf” and is of Scandinavian (Old Norse) origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Ulva, Ylve, Ulla.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Ylva across all genders, see the complete Ylva name meaning.
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Is Ylva a girl's name?+
Ylva is most commonly a girl's name. It means “she-wolf” and is of Scandinavian (Old Norse) origin.
What does Ylva mean?+
Ylva means “she-wolf” and originates from Scandinavian (Old Norse).