Neva
girl name#3296 in 2025Neva entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #212 in 1898, ranks #3296 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#3296
rank today
#212
peak (1898)
47
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #344 |
| 1890s | #263 |
| 1900s | #276 |
| 1910s | #292 |
| 1920s | #321 |
| 1930s | #376 |
| 1940s | #569 |
| 1950s | #714 |
| 1960s | #1149 |
| 1970s | #1784 |
| 1980s | #2757 |
| 1990s | #3941 |
| 2000s | #2741 |
| 2010s | #2228 |
| 2020s | #2943 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Neva has been most popular in OH, CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 7,300 people named Neva are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Neva alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Neva in 2025?
- Neva ranks #3296 among US girl names in 2025, with 47 babies given the name.
- When was the name Neva most popular?
- Neva peaked in 1898, reaching #212 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Neva with classmates?
- Neva will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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