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Neeva

NEE-və · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Neva or a modern coinage.

2025 rank (girls)
#6,116
Babies named in 2025
19
Peak popularity
2018
2025 frequency
1 in 84,593 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2010

Rising since 2010, #6,116 for girls today.

Popularity of Neeva since 2006

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

9172620102020Most births 2018Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s37
2010s152
2020s116

Meaning & origin

Neeva is a modern female name that first appeared on the U.S. naming landscape in 2006. Its popularity has been rising since 2010, reaching a peak rank of 6,116 in 2025. The name was used for approximately 1 in 84,593 girls in 2025. While its origins are unclear, it fits a pattern of contemporary invented names that feel familiar yet distinctive. Neeva has not yet been recorded in any top states or among the most popular names, suggesting it remains a relatively rare choice. Its simple, two-syllable structure ending in 'a' aligns with many modern feminine names, making it accessible while maintaining uniqueness.

Neeva first appears in U.S. birth records in 2006. It is likely a modern coinage, perhaps influenced by the name Neva or formed from the popular phonetic pattern of names ending in 'eeva' or 'iva'. There is no established etymological derivation from a known language or culture.

Sibling names for Neeva

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

Sisters: Nova, Leela, Mira, Zara, Kaya

Brothers: Nico, Leo, Theo, Kai, Ezra

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Neeva mean?
The meaning of Neeva is uncertain. It may be a modern variant of Neva or a creative coinage, but no established meaning has been documented.
How popular is the name Neeva?
As of 2025, Neeva ranked 6,116 in the United States, with about 1 in 84,593 girls born that year given the name. Its peak popularity was in 2018.
Is Neeva a boy or girl name?
Neeva is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.