Rising since 1985, #3,240 for boys today.
Popularity of Aviv since 1976
Babies named Aviv per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 | 39 |
| 1990s | 6 | 114 |
| 2000s | 58 | 156 |
| 2010s | 89 | 227 |
| 2020s | 81 | 200 |
Meaning & origin
Aviv is a Hebrew name meaning 'spring,' first recorded in U.S. data in 1976. In 2025, it ranked 3240 with a 1-in-47,447 birth rate, having risen steadily since 1985. It peaked in 2024 and is most frequently given in New York and California. The name's association with renewal and its melodic sound have contributed to its growing appeal among parents seeking a nature-inspired yet culturally rooted name.
Aviv is a Hebrew name derived from the word meaning 'spring' or 'freshness,' symbolizing renewal and new beginnings. It has been used in Jewish communities, often as a unisex name, and gained broader appeal in recent decades.
Where Aviv is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Avi, Vivi
Sibling names for Aviv
Names that share Aviv's style, for a brother or sister.
