Wava
Below 5 births
About Wava
Briefly popular in the 1910s and 20s, Wava is an unusual choice that nevertheless the familiar elements of Ava, Eva, Waverly, and Ocean. While the exact origins of the name are unknown, it may have been borrowed from the word "wave", giving it a beachy, nature connection.
Other interpretations include that it may have been adapted from the surname Waverley, in turn relating it to meanings such as "quivering aspen" , "restlessness", or "brushwood". It might come from the Arabic Wafa, meaning "loyalty, faithfulness" or an evented choice, blending two different names (such as Wanda and Eva).
Peaking in 1924 when it was given to 60 girls, Wava hasn't been seen in the US stats since the 80s.
Pronounced WAH-vuh.
As of October 2026, Wava ranked #9795 for girls in US births in 1987 SSA, peaked at #967 for girls in 1905.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |