Namesakes
Thomas Edison
(a.k.a. Alva) (m) 1847-1931 
Notable Scientists and Inventors
Alva Myrdal
(f) 1902-1986
Nobel Prize Winners 1982 (peace)
Dick Cavett
(a.k.a. Alva) (m) 1936-
Notable Actors and Entertainers (presenter)
Alva Colquhoun
(f) 1942-
Olympic Medalists 1960 swimming - 4x100 m freestyle relay (silver)