Kiva
Gender: Unisex
Meaning: Ancient, enduring, or king
Origin: Irish/Persian
Popularity: Ranked #9187 in 2025 with 11 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Kia, meaning ancient, enduring, or king.
Similar names: kia, kaivan, kaia, keva, khia, khivi, kiaan, kiah
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Kiva? About 1 in 195,794 babies born in 2025 were named Kiva, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kiva
What does the name Kiva mean?
Kiva means “Ancient, enduring, or king” from Irish/Persian roots.
What is the origin of the name Kiva?
Kiva has Irish/Persian origin. The traditional meaning is “Ancient, enduring, or king”.
How popular is Kiva?
Kiva ranked #8860 in 2025 — given to 11 babies that year.
When was Kiva most popular?
Kiva peaked in 1974 with 30 babies registered that year.
Is Kiva a boy or girl name?
Kiva is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Kivas in registered births are female.
Is the name Kiva rising or falling in popularity?
Kiva has risen 2290 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #11150 in 2020 to #8860 in 2025.
How long has Kiva been recorded?
Kiva appears in birth records across 67 years — from 1958 through 2025.