| "Alvar" can have a few different meanings in English, depending on the context
**1. A type of ecosystem**
* **Alvar** refers to a type of **grassland ecosystem** characterized by thin soil, exposed bedrock, and a distinctive flora and fauna. This is particularly common in areas with a cold, dry climate, such as the Baltic region.
**2. A surname**
* **Alvar** can be a **surname** of Spanish origin, meaning "white poplar."
**3. A given name**
* **Alvar** is also a **given name** for boys, often considered a Spanish or Scandinavian variant of "Alva."
**4. A term from Hinduism**
* **Ālvār** (written with a diacritical mark above the "a") is a term in Hinduism referring to a group of **South Indian Vaishnava saints** who lived between the 6th and 9th centuries CE. They were known for their devotional hymns (prabandham) dedicated to the god Vishnu.
Therefore, the meaning of "Alvar" in English depends on the specific context in which it is used.
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