Holding steady.
Popularity of Sativa since 1970
Babies named Sativa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 84 |
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 167 |
| 2000s | 227 |
| 2010s | 128 |
| 2020s | 73 |
Meaning & origin
Sativa first entered U.S. birth records in 1970, a time when botanical and nature-inspired names were gaining traction. Though it has never appeared in the national top 1000, its peak year came in 2002, when more parents chose the name than in any other year. Since then, usage has remained stable but low, with fewer than 5 girls per year receiving the name in most recent years. As a word name directly tied to a specific plant species, Sativa carries strong associations with cannabis culture, which likely influences its niche appeal. Its lack of top-state data suggests it does not cluster in any particular region, instead appearing sporadically across the country. The name's trajectory from 1970 onward shows a steady, if minimal, presence, reflecting its status as a rare but persistent choice among parents seeking a distinctive botanical name
Sativa is taken directly from the Latin botanical term sativa, meaning 'cultivated' or 'sown,' used in the scientific name Cannabis sativa. The name gained modern use as a given name, likely influenced by the cannabis culture and the plant's associations with calm and creativity. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1970 and saw a peak in usage in 2002.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sati, Tiva, Via
Sibling names for Sativa
Names that share Sativa's style, for a brother or sister.
