How Many People Are Named Chava?
Complete statistics for the name Chava: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Chava is a rare, feminine name with roots in Hebrew, meaning 'life.' Only 1 in 97,713 Americans share this unique moniker, making it very special indeed. With 72% of people named Chava under 30, it's clear this is a name for the modern generation.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life path number 8 symbolizes leadership, authority, and material success.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 21All 3,432 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Chava Through the Generations
Chava has seen a surge in popularity, particularly in recent years, with 2024 marking its peak at 157 births. The majority of those named Chava are young, with 2,470 individuals under 30, indicating a strong preference for this name among younger parents. As of now, there are 3,377 people named Chava living in the United States, with an average age of 21, suggesting it's a name that's becoming increasingly popular among new generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Chava's Hebrew roots
📄 About the Name Chava
How Many People Have the Name Chava?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 466 people in the United States currently share the name Chava. That works out to roughly 1 in every 711,265 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Chava a Common or Rare Name?
Chava is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Chava Mean?
Chava means "life" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Chava in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Chava Most Popular?
The name Chava reached peak popularity in 2024, with 157 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Chava?
Approximately 466 people named Chava live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 466. That works out to roughly 1 in 711,265 Americans.
Is Chava a rare name?
Chava is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 711,265 Americans has this name.
What does the name Chava mean?
Chava means "life" and comes from Hebrew origins.
Is Chava more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Chava are male and 100% are female.
When was Chava most popular?
Chava peaked in 2024 with 157 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.