Tava

“Derived from the word 'tava', meaning 'griddle' in Hindi; can suggest warmth and hospitality.” — Associated with motherly traits

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15118US 2022

6Births / yr

↓Falling

449All-time births

📅 Since 194700

What does Tava mean and where does it come from?

Tava is a name that draws from both Indian and Western influences. In Indian culture, 'tava' refers to a flat cooking pan, symbolizing nurturing and cooking, which is often associated with motherly traits. In the United States, the name represents modern uniqueness with a multicultural dimension.

Cultural significance

Tava has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the word 'tava', meaning 'griddle' in hindi; can suggest warmth and hospitality..

Peak popularity

Reached #4380 in 1970 — currently #15118 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Tava?

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

Tava Grace

How popular is Tava right now?

Falling — down 1955 spots — currently #15118 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2022#15118 · Top 11%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#15118	6	▼ down 1955 · -14% births
2015	#13163	7	▼ down 1787 · -22% births
2010	#11376	9	▼ down 1110 · -10% births
2005	#10266	10	▼ down 4264 · -44% births
2000	#6002	18	▲ up 7362 · +260% births
1990	#13364	5	▼ down 3719 · -17% births
1985	#9645	6	▼ down 5225 · -65% births
1980	#4420	17	▲ up 564 · +42% births
1975	#4984	12	▼ down 604 · -8% births
1970	#4380	13	▲ up 723 · +86% births
1955	#5103	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Tava

Best Year1970Rank #4380

Peak Count18

Average Rank#8893

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1955 - 202211 years

The story of Tava

Tava entered American naming records in 1947 and has been in use for over 77 years. With 449 total births recorded, Tava remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5103 in 1955, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15118 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Tava in 1970:

Jennifer Lisa Kimberly Michelle Amy

Tava by decade

Tava peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	5
1950s	12
1960s	34
1970s	104
1980s	83
1990s	45
2000s ★	113
2010s	53

💎Tava has only 449 total recorded births since 1947 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Tava?

Common

TavTavieTavy

What names sound and feel like Tava?

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

American · Potentially a variation

Tana

American · river

Mava

Hebrew · אמא (Ima), meaning

Kava

Fiji · Fijian

Lava

Sanskrit · Dust, something that

Common questions about the name Tava

What does the name Tava mean?

Tava means "Derived from the word 'tava', meaning 'griddle' in Hindi; can suggest warmth and hospitality." — a name rooted in American 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 Tava?

Tava is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Tava have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Tava?

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

Is Tava trending right now?

Tava is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Tava a common or rare name?

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