Question 1

What does the name Orva mean?

Accepted Answer

Orva means "Courageous friend". Few people have others who are willing to “go the distance” with them, but you do. Through thick or thin, they will be there for you.

Question 2

What is the biblical origin of the name Orva?

Accepted Answer

The name Orva has English origins. Biblical reference: Ruth 1:16 — "Ruth(Friend)  said, “Do not urge me to leave you, and to return from following you, for where you go, I will go; and where you stay, I will stay. Your people will be my people, and your God my God."

Question 3

What Scripture is associated with the name Orva?

Accepted Answer

Ruth 1:16 — "Ruth(Friend)  said, “Do not urge me to leave you, and to return from following you, for where you go, I will go; and where you stay, I will stay. Your people will be my people, and your God my God."