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Navia

NAH-vee-ah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invented name or a variant of Navya or Navia.

2025 rank (girls)
#5,099
Babies named in 2025
25
Peak popularity
2020
2025 frequency
1 in 64,291 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 1991

Rising since 1991, #5,099 for girls today.

Popularity of Navia since 1985

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

1224361990200020102020Most births 2019Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s7
1990s77
2000s163
2010s217
2020s165

Meaning & origin

Navia is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1985 and has been rising in popularity since 1991. As of 2025, it ranked 5,099th, with approximately 1 in 64,291 girls receiving the name. Its peak year so far was 2020. The name likely emerged from contemporary naming creativity, possibly influenced by the popular -ia ending found in names like Amelia or the Spanish word 'nave.' Despite its obscure origins, Navia has gradually gained favor among parents seeking a distinctive yet pleasant-sounding name. While no top states have recorded significant usage, its upward trajectory suggests a growing appeal.

Navia first appeared in U.S. records in 1985, likely as a modern coined name. It may be inspired by the Spanish word 'nave' (ship) or the feminine suffix -ia. Its use has risen steadily since the 1990s, suggesting it is a product of contemporary naming trends rather than a historical name.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Navi, Via

Sibling names for Navia

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

Sisters: Nova, Mila, Aria, Luna, Isla, Janavia

Brothers: Leo, Milo, Kai, Finn, Ezra, Navari

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Navia mean?
The meaning of Navia is uncertain. It may be a modern invented name or a variant of names like Navya.
How popular is the name Navia?
As of 2025, Navia ranked 5,099th in the U.S., with roughly 1 in 64,291 girls given this name.
Is Navia a boy or girl name?
Navia is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.