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Naava

NAH-vah · Pleasant, beautiful; of Hebrew origin.

2025 rank (girls)
#6,838
Babies named in 2025
16
Peak popularity
2020
2025 frequency
1 in 100,454 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2002

Rising since 2002, #6,838 for girls today.

Popularity of Naava since 2000

Babies named Naava per year in U.S. Social Security records.

71421200020102020Most births 2020Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s46
2010s132
2020s90

Meaning & origin

Naava is a modern Hebrew name that has seen modest use in the United States. First recorded in the SSA data in 2000, it experienced a peak in popularity in 2020. The name is on a rising trajectory since 2002, appealing to parents seeking a melodic and meaningful option with Hebrew roots. While not among the top 1,000 names, its rarity may be part of its charm. With a current 1-in-100,454 incidence, Naava remains a distinctive choice, particularly for families with connections to Israeli culture.

Naava is a Hebrew name, a modern variant of Na'ava, derived from the Hebrew root נ-ע-מ (n-'-m) meaning 'to be pleasant or beautiful.' While not found in the Bible, it is a common name in Israel, particularly popular in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

Naava” around the world

Where Naava lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    10

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Na'ava

Sibling names for Naava

Names that share Naava's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Liora, Shira, Tal, Noya, Adi

Brothers: Eitan, Ari, Noam, Yonatan, Adam

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Naava mean?
Naava means 'pleasant' or 'beautiful' in Hebrew.
Is Naava a common name?
As of 2025, Naava ranks 6,838 in the United States, with about 1 in 100,454 female newborns given this name.
Is Naava a girl's name?
Yes, Naava is predominantly used as a feminine name.