Zahava Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzah-HAH-vah / zɑˈhɑː.vəHebrew
Meaning
golden
Historical & Cultural Background
Zahava is a feminine name of Hebrew origin. It is derived from the Hebrew word 'zahav,' which means 'gold.' The name is often associated with beauty and value, reflecting the preciousness of gold in various cultures. In Jewish tradition, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen for their positive connotations.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zahavah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zahava was first seen in the United States in 1973. Zahava has ranked as high as #1317 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, Florida, and California. In the past 5 years the name Zahava has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zahava (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 9 | |
| NJ | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 37 |
| 2020 | 39 |
| 2021 | 37 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 38 |