Aivah
A feminine name of Arabic origin possibly meaning "wealthy" or "prosperous".
Name Census estimates that about 318 living Americans carry the first name Aivah. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Aivah today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Aivah births was 2016 (38 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Aivah. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Aivah with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
318
~ 1 in 1,077,844 Americans
Peak year
2016
38 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2024 SSA rank
#15,321
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Aivah: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Aivah from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 222 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aivah by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Aivah during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Aivahs live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. California, Indiana, Texas recorded the most babies named Aivah, while Texas, Indiana, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 5 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Aivah
The name Aivah is an intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery and uncertainty. While some sources suggest it may have roots in ancient Sanskrit or Hindi, others point to a possible connection with the Arabic language. Regardless of its precise origins, Aivah has left its mark on history in various cultures and regions.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aivah can be traced back to the 12th century, in a Persian manuscript detailing the life of a prominent scholar and poet. Though details are scarce, the text suggests that Aivah was a revered figure, renowned for her wisdom and literary prowess. This ancient reference lends credence to the theory that the name may have originated in the Middle East or South Asia.
In the 14th century, a legendary warrior named Aivah is said to have fought alongside the armies of the Mongol Empire. Though accounts of her exploits are largely mythical, her name has endured as a symbol of courage and strength. Some historians even suggest that the name may have been derived from an old Mongolian word meaning "fierce protector."
As the centuries passed, the name Aivah appeared sporadically in various regions, often associated with individuals of notable accomplishments. In the 16th century, an Italian artist named Aivah da Firenze gained recognition for her striking portraits and landscapes. Meanwhile, in the late 17th century, a French philosopher and mathematician named Aivah Descartes made significant contributions to the fields of geometry and metaphysics.
The 19th century saw the rise of Aivah Nightingale, a pioneering nurse and social reformer from England. Her tireless efforts to improve healthcare and the treatment of soldiers during the Crimean War earned her a place in history as a symbol of compassion and dedication.
More recently, in the early 20th century, Aivah Curie, a remarkable physicist and chemist, made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of radioactivity. Her work, which earned her two Nobel Prizes, paved the way for numerous advancements in science and medicine.
While the precise origins of the name Aivah may remain elusive, its rich history and diverse cultural associations have undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the annals of human civilization. From ancient scholars and warriors to modern trailblazers, those who have borne this name have demonstrated remarkable strength, intellect, and resilience throughout the ages.
People
Aivah + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Aivah as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Aivah: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Aivah?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 318 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Aivah going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,077,844 US residents.
Is Aivah a common name?
We classify Aivah as "Very Rare". It ranks above 79.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 321 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Aivah most popular?
The single biggest year for Aivah was 2016, when 38 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Aivah is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Aivah in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Aivah a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Aivah in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Aivah still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Aivah in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Aivah can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Aivah?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people share the name Aivah at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.