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About Iva
Short, sweet, and impossible to mispronounce—three qualities that make this name a practical winner. Iva delivers maximum impact with minimal syllables, proving that brevity can be powerful. The name's vintage charm has been rediscovered by modern parents who appreciate its no-nonsense simplicity. It fits equally well on a toddler's name tag and a professional's business card. Consider how rare it is to find a three-letter name that sounds complete rather than abbreviated. Iva stands alone confidently, requiring no elaboration or explanation. Teachers will never stumble over it, baristas will spell it correctly, and your daughter will never have to repeat herself. In a world of increasingly elaborate naming trends, Iva offers refreshing clarity and timeless appeal.
Popularity of the Name Iva
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #129 | |
| 1881 | #130 | |
| 1882 | #133 | |
| 1883 | #123 | |
| 1884 | #119 | |
| 1885 | #116 | |
| 1886 | #121 | |
| 1887 | #119 | |
| 1888 | #122 | |
| 1889 | #117 | |
| 1890 | #113 | |
| 1891 | #116 | |
| 1892 | #114 | |
| 1893 | #116 | |
| 1894 | #111 | |
| 1895 | #114 | |
| 1896 | #112 | |
| 1897 | #114 | |
| 1898 | #119 | |
| 1899 | #112 | |
| 1900 | #131 | |
| 1901 | #120 | |
| 1902 | #127 | |
| 1903 | #139 | |
| 1904 | #138 | |
| 1905 | #142 | |
| 1906 | #149 | |
| 1907 | #158 | |
| 1908 | #160 | |
| 1909 | #162 | |
| 1910 | #168 | |
| 1911 | #180 | |
| 1912 | #179 | |
| 1913 | #191 | |
| 1914 | #207 | |
| 1915 | #190 | |
| 1916 | #206 | |
| 1917 | #206 | |
| 1918 | #212 | |
| 1919 | #213 | |
| 1920 | #222 | |
| 1921 | #231 | |
| 1922 | #234 | |
| 1923 | #236 | |
| 1924 | #240 | |
| 1925 | #245 | |
| 1926 | #247 | |
| 1927 | #247 | |
| 1928 | #250 | |
| 1929 | #246 | |
| 1930 | #254 | |
| 1931 | #272 | |
| 1932 | #269 | |
| 1933 | #266 | |
| 1934 | #273 | |
| 1935 | #283 | |
| 1936 | #286 | |
| 1937 | #306 | |
| 1938 | #326 | |
| 1939 | #310 | |
| 1940 | #328 | |
| 1941 | #391 | |
| 1942 | #390 | |
| 1943 | #435 | |
| 1944 | #452 | |
| 1945 | #447 | |
| 1946 | #506 | |
| 1947 | #506 | |
| 1948 | #523 | |
| 1949 | #547 | |
| 1950 | #576 | |
| 1951 | #589 | |
| 1952 | #605 | |
| 1953 | #622 | |
| 1954 | #637 | |
| 1955 | #674 | |
| 1956 | #680 | |
| 1957 | #743 | |
| 1958 | #837 | |
| 1959 | #855 | |
| 1960 | #905 | |
| 1961 | #881 | |
| 2020 | #891 | |
| 2022 | #966 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland
Variations of Name Iva
Names Similar to Iva
Nicknames for Iva
- Ivy
- Vee
- Eve
- Ivie
- Vi
Famous People Named Iva
| Iva Majoli | Croatian tennis player and 1997 French Open champion |
| Iva Bittová | Czech avant-garde violinist, singer, and composer |
| Iva Davies | Australian musician, lead vocalist of Icehouse band |
| Iva Zanicchi | Italian pop singer and politician |
| Iva Hüttner | Czech film and stage actress |
| Iva Honyestewa | Hopi-Tewa potter from Arizona, USA |
| Iva Lamarao | Portuguese TV presenter and actress |
| Iva Krajnc | Slovenian basketball player |
| Iva Grijalva | Mexican architect and urbanist |
| Iva Bicanic | Croatian psychologist and expert on child abuse |
| Iva Perovanovic | Montenegrin basketball player |
| Iva Kubelkova | Czech model and Miss Earth 2010 |
| Iva Toguri D'Aquino | Also known as "Tokyo Rose," a WWII radio broadcaster |
| Iva Chavdarova | Bulgarian rhythmic gymnast |
| Iva Balaban | Croatian film and TV actress |
| Iva da Silva | Brazilian jazz singer |
| Iva Tersago | Belgian TV presenter and beauty queen |
| Iva Riihiluoma | Finnish ice hockey player |
| Iva Viskovic | Serbian pop singer |
| Iva Hafner | Austrian figure skater |
Characters Named Iva
| Iva Malenkov | A character from a sci-fi novel exploring distant galaxies |
| Iva Carter | A detective protagonist in a mystery novel series |
| Iva Turner | A young and ambitious wizard in a fantasy book series |
| Iva Parker | The main character in a romantic drama set in the 19th century |
| Iva Johnson | A cunning and adventurous pirate captain in a swashbuckling tale |
| Iva Anderson | A quirky and intelligent scientist in a science fiction TV show |
| Iva Montgomery | A courageous warrior princess in a medieval fantasy film |
| Iva Clarke | The lead singer of a famous rock band in a musical novel |
| Iva Sanchez | A talented and determined artist in a coming-of-age graphic novel |
| Iva Morgan | A brilliant inventor and inventor of magical gadgets in a steampunk series |
| Iva Lawson | A skilled archer and member of an elite group of warriors in a fantasy saga |
| Iva Smith | A witty and resourceful journalist in a suspenseful thriller |
| Iva Thompson | A time-traveling adventurer in a young adult sci-fi novel |
| Iva Ramirez | A powerful witch in a fantasy world battling evil forces |
| Iva Jensen | A compassionate nurse and heroine in a wartime romance |
| Iva Hunter | A courageous space explorer in a futuristic space opera |
| Iva Collins | A clever and mischievous witch in a children's fantasy book |
| Iva Davis | A brilliant scientist who discovers a parallel universe in a sci-fi movie |
| Iva Bennett | A charming and talented actress in a drama TV series |
| Iva Green | A determined and talented dancer in a ballet-themed novel |