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Neva

A beautiful name of Mexican and Spanish origins, Neva is typically given to girls and means “snow.” This charming, two-syllable title is easy to spell and pronounce, making a striking first impression on those who hear it. Also the name of the fourth largest river on the European continent, located in Russia, baby Neva will know she’s a force to be reckoned with. A unique name worthy of a one-of-a-kind being, baby Neva will be a treasured addition to the family and the world, no matter what form her water-based influence takes!
Mexican Female
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Meaning

Snow

Popularity

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Pronunciation

NAY-vah

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Traits

  • Pure
  • Gentle
  • Graceful
  • Unique

Compatibility

Neva is a soft and elegant name that pairs well with both classic and modern sibling names. It also works beautifully as a middle name, adding a touch of sophistication to the full name. This name can be a great choice for families looking for a unique and poetic option with a Mexican heritage.

Pure Gentle Graceful Unique

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Neva Patterson

Neva Patterson

Actress

Born: February 10, 1920 · Nevada, Iowa, USA

Portrait of Neva Small

Neva Small

Actress

Born: February 17, 1942 · New York City, New York, USA

Portrait of Neva Gerber

Neva Gerber

Actress

Born: July 24, 1894 · St. Joseph, Missouri, USA

Portrait of Neva Egan

Neva Egan

Politician

Born: May 22, 1879 · Valdez, Alaska, USA

Portrait of Neva Petrovic

Neva Petrovic

Athlete

Born: May 13, 1983 · Belgrade, Serbia

Portrait of Neva Milicic

Neva Milicic

Scientist

Born: November 10, 1948 · Santiago, Chile

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Neva Original form
  • Нева Russian
  • 涅瓦 Chinese
  • ნევა Georgian
  • नेवा Hindi
  • 네바 Korean
  • Arabic
  • Japanese
  • Armenian

Cultural Adaptations

  • نيفا (Nīvā) Arabic
  • ネヴァ (Neva) Japanese
  • Նեվա (Neva) Armenian

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Frequently Asked Questions about Neva

What does Neva mean?
Snow
What is the origin of Neva?
Neva has Mexican origins.
Is Neva popular?
Neva has been viewed 130 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Neva?
Similar names include Laura, Amber, Malaika, Tristan, Yasmin.
How do you pronounce Neva?
Neva is pronounced NAY-vah.

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