Ziva
Ziva is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Radiance, splendour”.
| Meaning | Radiance, splendour |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | זִיוָה |
| Pronunciation | ZEE-vah |
| Tradition | Jewish, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Israel, United States, Slovenia |
Meaning and origin of Ziva
Ziva is the feminine form of the Hebrew word ziv, meaning 'brightness' or 'splendour', a poetic word that also appears in the names of the months in older Hebrew (Ziv is an ancient name for the month of Iyar). It became a given name in modern Israel. Outside Israel it gained wider recognition through the character Ziva David on the American television series NCIS. Separately, Živa is a Slavic name linked to a word for 'life'.
Is Ziva a Jewish name?
Ziva is a Hebrew name used by Jewish families, not a figure from the Bible. Its meaning of light and radiance gives it a gentle spiritual tone without a specific religious story.
How popular is Ziva?
Familiar in Israel and growing slowly in English-speaking countries; still uncommon.
Gifts with the name Ziva
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- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ziva mean?
Ziva means 'Radiance, splendour'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Ziva a Jewish name?
Ziva is a Hebrew name used by Jewish families, not a figure from the Bible. Its meaning of light and radiance gives it a gentle spiritual tone without a specific religious story.
How do you pronounce Ziva?
Ziva is pronounced ZEE-vah.
Is Ziva a boy or girl name?
Ziva is usually a girl name.