Aava
Meaning: Open, vast, flowing water
Origin: Finnish/Hebrew
Gender: Girl
Rank in Finland: #184
Total: 3,424
History: Aava surged in the 2010s and means 'open, wide' in Finnish — evoking Finland's vast open landscapes, endless skies, and the feeling of freedom that defines the Finnish relationship with nature. Aava is breathing space in a name — pure Finnish openness.
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| Current rank (2024) | #9 |
| Babies named Aava in 2024 | 202 |
| Total recorded in Finland | 6,342 |
| Peak year | 2010 (2,565 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #9 |
| Years in records | 1970–2024 (8 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Aava
What does the name Aava mean?
Aava means “Open, vast, flowing water” from Finnish/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Aava?
Aava has Finnish/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Open, vast, flowing water”.
How popular is Aava in Finland?
Aava ranked #9 in Finland in 2024 — given to 202 babies that year.
When was Aava most popular?
Aava peaked in 2010 with 2,565 babies registered that year in Finland.
Is Aava a boy or girl name?
Aava is predominantly a girls' name in Finland — over 90% of Aavas in registered births are female.
How long has Aava been recorded in Finland?
Aava appears in birth records in Finland across 8 years — from 1970 through 2024.