Chava
ch(a)-va
US Popularity:2631
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Life
Chava is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, meaning “life.” It is the Hebrew form of Eve—the first woman created by God in the Hebrew Bible—which itself means “living.” Chava is derived from the Hebrew chavvâh, meaning “to breathe” or “living,” making this Biblical name a befitting moniker for welcoming new life to the world.
How Popular Is The Name Chava?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Chava is currently #3183 on The Bump
Girl:Chava is currently #2152 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Chava is currently #2631 in U.S. births
Girl:Chava is currently #1415 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#1415
in 2024
+ 289
from 2023
Sources
Behind the Name, Chava, May 2020
Behind the Name, Eve, April 2021
Name Doctor, Chava
Britannica, Adam and Eve. biblical figures, April 2024
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 107
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