Ziva Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZEE-vah / ˈziː.vəHebrew; Slavic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'radiance'; Slavic: 'life'
Historical & Cultural Background
Ziva is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly associated with the meaning 'radiance' or 'brightness'. In Slavic cultures, it is linked to the meaning 'life' or 'alive'. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in modern times. It is often used in Jewish communities and has also found favor in other regions.
Trend Summary
Ziva has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zivah
International Variants
- Ziva (Hebrew); Zivka (Slavic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ziva was first seen in the United States in 1960. Ziva has ranked as high as #1154 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Ziva has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ziva (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 21 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| NJ | 8 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| IN | 6 | |
| OR | 5 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 35 |
| 2009 | 99 |
| 2010 | 161 |
| 2011 | 192 |
| 2012 | 160 |
| 2013 | 172 |
| 2014 | 149 |
| 2015 | 141 |
| 2016 | 129 |
| 2017 | 149 |
| 2018 | 172 |
| 2019 | 174 |
| 2020 | 182 |
| 2021 | 183 |
| 2022 | 162 |
| 2023 | 172 |
| 2024 | 155 |