Savva

“Sabbath, rest” — Associated with Saint Sabas

Russia origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#13824US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

108All-time births

📅 Since 200700

What does Savva mean and where does it come from?

Savva is a name with rich cultural heritage, found in both Russian and Greek traditions. In Hebrew, it is related to the concept of rest, particularly as it pertains to the Sabbath. In Greek, Savva or its variant, 'Sava,' signifies salvation. This name is often associated with Saint Sabas, a 5th-cen

Cultural significance

Savva has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Russia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of sabbath, rest.

Peak popularity

Reached #6978 in 2013 — currently #13824 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Savva?

Savva works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Savva Grace

How popular is Savva right now?

Falling — down 4288 spots — currently #13824 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#13824 · Top 10%

2010

2015

2020

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13824	5	▼ down 4288 · -37% births
2021	#9536	8	▲ up 3645 · +60% births
2020	#13181	5	▼ down 4564 · -44% births
2015	#8617	9	▼ down 1064 · -18% births
2010	#7553	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Savva

Best Year2010Rank #7553

Peak Count11

Average Rank#10542

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2010 - 20235 years

The story of Savva

Savva is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2007. With 108 total births recorded, Savva remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7553 in 2010, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13824 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Savva in 2013:

Noah Jacob Liam Mason William

Savva by decade

Savva peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	7
2010s ★	96
2020s	5

💎Savva has only 108 total recorded births since 2007 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Savva?

Common

SavSa

What names sound and feel like Savva?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Savva also consider these

Sava

Serbian · Slavic

Savvas

Greece · sabbath, rest

Sarva

India · सर्व (Sarva)

Savya

India · Well-behaved or knowledgeable.

Sasha

Russia · Diminutive form of

Arabic · peaceful, safe

How is Savva written in other languages?

Савва

Russian

Common questions about the name Savva

What does the name Savva mean?

Savva means "Sabbath, rest" — a name rooted in Russia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Savva?

Savva is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Savva?

Savva originates from Russia tradition. Russia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Savva a common or rare name?

Savva is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Savva?

Savva naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.