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Javeah

A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "God will provide".

Name Census estimates that about 441 living Americans carry the first name Javeah. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Javeah today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Javeah births was 2023 (40 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Javeah. 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.

People living today

441

~ 1 in 777,221 Americans

Peak year

2023

40 babies that year

Average age

9

years old

2024 SSA rank

#4,932

Tracked since 2007

Popularity

Javeah: popularity over time

The SSA tracks Javeah 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 237 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Javeah remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.

Babies born per year

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Decades

Javeah 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 Javeah during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
2000s03333
2010s0237237
2020s0174174

Geography

Where Javeahs live

The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. South Carolina, Florida, Illinois recorded the most babies named Javeah, while Virginia, Texas, Ohio recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 6 registrations each.

Origin

Meaning and history of Javeah

The name Javeah is a relatively obscure name with uncertain origins, likely derived from a combination of ancient roots and languages. It is believed to have emerged in the Middle East or Mediterranean region during ancient times, possibly stemming from a blend of Hebrew, Aramaic, or Arabic words.

One theory suggests that Javeah may have its roots in the Hebrew word "yaveh," which means "to give" or "to bestow." This could indicate that the name was originally meant to convey the idea of a gift or blessing. Alternatively, it may be related to the Arabic word "jav," which means "heart" or "core," potentially signifying a person of noble character or inner strength.

While there are no definitive historical references to the name Javeah in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its linguistic origins and potential meanings align with the cultural and linguistic influences prevalent in the region during ancient times.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Javeah can be traced back to the late medieval period, with a few notable individuals bearing this name throughout history. One such figure was Javeah ibn Khalid, a renowned Arabian scholar and philosopher who lived in the 9th century CE. His contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy were significant during the Islamic Golden Age.

Another historical figure with the name Javeah was a Coptic Christian monk from Egypt who lived in the 6th century CE. Known as Javeah of Alexandria, he was revered for his piety and theological writings, which influenced the development of early Christian thought in the region.

In the 12th century, there was a prominent Jewish rabbi named Javeah ben Isaac, who resided in Spain during the height of the Golden Age of Jewish culture in the Iberian Peninsula. He was known for his expertise in Talmudic studies and for his influential commentaries on Jewish religious texts.

During the Renaissance period, a notable Italian artist named Javeah Bellini, born in 1430, gained recognition for his exquisite paintings and frescoes adorning churches and palaces across Italy. His works were highly admired for their attention to detail and masterful use of color.

In the realm of literature, a Persian poet named Javeah Rumi, born in 1207, is considered one of the most celebrated and influential figures in the history of Sufi poetry. His profound and mystical verses continue to inspire readers and scholars alike, transcending cultural and linguistic boundaries.

While the name Javeah may not be widely known today, its rich history and potential linguistic origins offer a glimpse into the diverse cultural influences that have shaped the tapestry of human civilization throughout the ages.

People

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FAQ

Javeah: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Javeah?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 441 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Javeah 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 777,221 US residents.

Is Javeah a common name?

We classify Javeah as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 444 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Javeah most popular?

The single biggest year for Javeah was 2023, when 40 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Javeah is about 9 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

Is Javeah a female name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Javeah 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.

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.

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