Neva

Meaning snow
Origin Latin, Portuguese, Spanish
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 2
Syllabification Ne-va

About Neva

The name Neva, with its roots in Spanish and Portuguese languages, carries a timeless charm and elegance. Derived from the Latin word "neve," meaning "snow," Neva invokes the serene beauty and purity associated with snowflakes. This name holds a delicate yet strong quality, making it an appealing choice for baby girls.

Neva captures the essence of innocence, calmness, and clarity. Just as snow blankets the landscape in a tranquil embrace, so does the name Neva embrace the qualities of grace and tranquility. With variations like Nevah, Neve, and Nevia, the name offers a range of options to suit different preferences.

In history, figures like Neva Patterson, an accomplished actress, and Neva Dinova, a notable musician, have carried the name Neva to prominence. In literature, Neva has appeared as a character in various novels, weaving its elegance into fictional realms.

Choosing the name Neva for your baby girl can be a tribute to the beauty of nature's purity and a reflection of the calm strength that lies within. Its timeless grace ensures that the name Neva will continue to shine as brightly as the glistening snow for generations to come.

Names Similar to Neva

Neve
Nevaeh
Nina
Nora
Nova
Nadia

Nicknames for Neva

Nev
Nevie
Eva
Vava
Vie

Famous People Named Neva

Neva SmallAmerican actress and singer
Neva DinovaAmerican musician
Neva L. BoydAmerican educator and recreation specialist
Neva Rockefeller GoodwinAmerican economist and author
Neva EganAmerican politician
Neva Belle RauserAmerican astronomer
Neva MorrisAmerican supercentenarian
Neva Carr-GlynnAustralian jurist and magistrate
Neva YaroslavlRussian noblewoman
Neva FranklinAmerican artist
Neva Jane LangleyMiss America 1953
Neva Victoria LangleyAustralian operatic soprano
Neva GerberAmerican sociologist
Neva CoyleAmerican journalist
Neva PattersonAmerican actress
Neva BoydAmerican educator and writer
Neva Leona BoydAmerican composer and pianist

Characters Named Neva

Neva GreeneCharacter in the novel "The Neva Greene Series" by Rachel M. Wilson
Neva RiversCharacter in the book "Neva Rivers' Journal" by Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue
Neva FitzroyCharacter in the book "The Cinderella Pact" by Sarah Strohmeyer
Neva JensenCharacter in the novel "Winter Sky" by Patricia Reilly Giff
Neva AldenCharacter in the book "The Art of Wishing" by Lindsay Ribar
Neva ShawCharacter in the novel "The Disappearance of Emily H" by Barrie Summy
Neva Jean ParksCharacter in the book "The Smoke Thief" by Shana Abé
Neva LeoniCharacter in the book "The Secret Diary of Neva Leoni" by Kate Betts
Neva BeatonCharacter in the book "Neva Beaton's Gift" by J. R. Tomlin
Neva WhiteCharacter in the book "The Neva White Series" by Kat Green
Neva ThompsonCharacter in the book "The Great Wife" by Helen R. Hull
Neva ConlanCharacter in the book "Sweetwater Seduction" by Joan Johnston
Neva HarperCharacter in the book "Neva's Choice" by Bette Nordberg
Neva DevereauxCharacter in the book "The Duke's Shotgun Wedding" by Stacy Reid
Neva MarshallCharacter in the book "One Reckless Night" by Heather Graham
Neva BennettCharacter in the book "No Second Chances" by Beverley Watts
Neva ShillingCharacter in the book "The Pretender" by Celeste Bradley
Neva BlackCharacter in the book "No Escape" by Shannon K. Butcher
Neva StanislasCharacter in the book "The Bridegroom Wore Plaid" by Grace Burrowes