Nava
Nava is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Beautiful, lovely”.
| Meaning | Beautiful, lovely |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | נָאוָה |
| Pronunciation | nah-VAH |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Nava
Nava comes from the Hebrew adjective naveh, 'beautiful, comely', which appears in the Song of Songs, where the beloved is called lovely. It is a modern Israeli name rather than one borne by a biblical figure. It is short and international in sound. In India, Nava also exists as a Sanskrit word meaning 'new', but the Hebrew name is unrelated.
Is Nava a Jewish name?
Nava is a Hebrew name used by Jewish families; its word is biblical, from the Song of Songs, though no biblical woman bears it.
How popular is Nava?
Used in Israel and occasionally among Jewish families elsewhere.
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Spellings and variants of Nava
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nava mean?
Nava means 'Beautiful, lovely'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Nava a Jewish name?
Nava is a Hebrew name used by Jewish families; its word is biblical, from the Song of Songs, though no biblical woman bears it.
How do you pronounce Nava?
Nava is pronounced nah-VAH.
Is Nava a boy or girl name?
Nava is usually a girl name.