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Kiva
GirlMeaning of Kiva: Hebrew: 'derived from Akiva, meaning protect or sheltered'
Kiva is a girl's name most strongly associated with Hebrew naming. It has 4 letters and 2 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 6334th most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#6334
17 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
850
First recorded 1958 · peak 1974
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
4% boys · 96% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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