Declining since 2022, #2,139 for girls today.
Popularity of Naveah since 2001
Babies named Naveah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 353 |
| 2010s | 828 |
| 2020s | 633 |
Meaning & origin
Naveah is a modern invented name, a variant of the more common Nevaeh. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2001 and saw a steady rise in use, reaching its peak rank in 2022. Since then, its popularity has been declining, as of 2025 ranking 2,139 with an estimated 1 in 18,474 girls receiving the name. The name shows stronger regional preference in the southern states, with top popularity in Mississippi, North Carolina, and Florida. Like other reverse-spelled names, Naveah carries a spiritual flavor without being tied to any particular religious tradition. It is part of a larger trend of original spellings and modern coinages that emerged in the early 2000s.
Naveah is a modern invented name, created by spelling 'Heaven' backward. It first appeared in the United States in the early 2000s and gained popularity rapidly, particularly in the South. The name is a variant of the more common Nevaeh, with a different vowel in the first syllable.
Where Naveah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Navi, Vae
Variants: Nevaeh
Sibling names for Naveah
Names that share Naveah's style, for a brother or sister.
