Aviva Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-VEE-vah / əˈviːvəHebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: spring; Yiddish: lively
Historical & Cultural Background
Aviva is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'spring' or 'renewal.' It is often associated with the idea of new beginnings and vitality. In Jewish culture, names hold significant meaning and are often chosen for their positive connotations. The name has also gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among those who appreciate its vibrant meaning.
Trend Summary
The name Aviva has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aviv
- Avy
International Variants
- Aviva (Spanish)
- Avivah (Hebrew)
Famous people named Aviva
Aviva Chomsky is an American historian and activist known for her work on immigration and labor issues.
Aviva Drescher is a television personality and author, recognized for her role on 'The Real Housewives of New York City.'.
Aviva Goldfarb is a cookbook author and founder of a meal planning service.
Aviva Rahmani is an artist and environmentalist known for her work in ecological art.
Fictional characters named Aviva
Aviva is a character in the animated series 'Wild Kratts,' known for her intelligence and inventiveness.
Aviva is a character in the book 'The Last Summer of Reason' by Tahar Ben Jelloun, representing themes of cultural identity.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aviva was first seen in the United States in 1935. Aviva has ranked as high as #1236 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in New York, California, New Jersey, Illinois, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Aviva has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aviva (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 20 | |
| NJ | 14 | |
| CA | 12 | |
| TX | 10 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| MA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 22 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1965 | 20 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 32 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1969 | 26 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1971 | 30 |
| 1972 | 25 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 31 |
| 1975 | 27 |
| 1976 | 33 |
| 1977 | 32 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 52 |
| 1980 | 52 |
| 1981 | 35 |
| 1982 | 43 |
| 1983 | 34 |
| 1984 | 47 |
| 1985 | 53 |
| 1986 | 42 |
| 1987 | 43 |
| 1988 | 56 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 45 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1994 | 49 |
| 1995 | 34 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 42 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 48 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 54 |
| 2002 | 41 |
| 2003 | 34 |
| 2004 | 52 |
| 2005 | 63 |
| 2006 | 56 |
| 2007 | 60 |
| 2008 | 63 |
| 2009 | 73 |
| 2010 | 65 |
| 2011 | 90 |
| 2012 | 72 |
| 2013 | 87 |
| 2014 | 95 |
| 2015 | 117 |
| 2016 | 105 |
| 2017 | 104 |
| 2018 | 118 |
| 2019 | 91 |
| 2020 | 108 |
| 2021 | 127 |
| 2022 | 123 |
| 2023 | 103 |
| 2024 | 111 |