Niva

Meaning of Niva

Niva is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has origins in multiple cultures, including Hebrew and Sanskrit. In Hebrew, Niva means "beautiful" or "splendid," while in Sanskrit, it means "sacred." The name Niva has a soft and melodic sound, with the emphasis on the first syllable. It is pronounced as NEE-vuh (/ˈniːvə/) in English. Niva is also sometimes spelled as Neva.

Niva has been steadily gaining popularity in recent years in the United States of America. Although it is not one of the most commonly given names, its usage has been increasing over time. According to data from recent years, Niva was given to approximately 15 newborn girls in 2022, ranking at 7250th place among all baby names. In previous years, it has ranked between 5000th and 9000th place.

Choosing the name Niva for your daughter carries positive associations of beauty, splendor, and sacredness. It is a meaningful and distinctive choice that will make your little girl stand out from the crowd.

Pronunciation

  • Pronunced as NEE-vuh (/ˈniːvə/)

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Notable People Named Niva

Niva Ta'auso is a former Samoan-born New Zealand rugby union player known for his time as a Centre for Counties-Manukau and Connacht.
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