An elf is a type of humanoid supernatural being in Germanic mythology and folklore. In medieval Germanic-speaking cultures, elves generally seem to have been thought of as beings with magical powers and supernatural beauty, ambivalent towards everyday people and capable of either helping or hindering them.

What does the name elves mean?

as a boys' name is of Old English derivation, and the meaning of Elven is "elf or magical being, friend". Elven is a version of Elvin (Old English): variant spelling of Alvin.

Are elves good or bad?

They are not evil but might annoy humans or interfere in their affairs. They are sometimes said to be invisible. In this tradition, elves became similar to the concept of fairies.