Find out how popular the first name Neiba has been for the last 6 years (from 1988 to 1993) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Neiba by gender

Based on the last 6 years of data, Neiba is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1993, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Neiba.

The history of the first name Neiba

The name Neiba is believed to have its origins in the Arawak language, which was spoken by the indigenous people of the Caribbean. It is thought to have derived from the words "ne" meaning "water" and "iba" meaning "path" or "way," suggesting a possible connection to waterways or rivers. The Arawak people inhabited the islands of the Caribbean, including modern-day Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Jamaica, before the arrival of European colonizers in the late 15th century.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Neiba can be found in the writings of Spanish chroniclers from the 16th century, who documented their encounters with the Arawak people and their customs. However, the name itself does not appear to have any specific historical or religious significance within the Arawak culture.

The first recorded individual with the name Neiba was likely Neiba Cacique, a prominent Arawak chief who ruled over the region now known as the Dominican Republic in the late 15th century. Cacique was a title given to the leaders of the Arawak people, and Neiba Cacique is believed to have been one of the last Arawak rulers before the arrival of Christopher Columbus and the subsequent colonization of the Caribbean by the Spanish.

Another notable figure with the name Neiba was Neiba Gutierrez, a Spanish explorer and conquistador who lived in the 16th century. Gutierrez is known for his expeditions to the Caribbean and Central America, where he established settlements and worked to subjugate the indigenous populations.

In the 19th century, there was a Neiba Hernandez, a Mexican revolutionary who fought against the French occupation of Mexico in the 1860s. Hernandez was a prominent figure in the resistance movement and is remembered for his bravery and commitment to Mexican independence.

Moving into the 20th century, Neiba Martínez was a Cuban writer and poet who was active in the 1940s and 1950s. Martínez was part of the literary movement known as "Afro-Cuban poetry," which celebrated the cultural heritage and experiences of Afro-Cubans.

Lastly, Neiba Alvarado was a Nicaraguan artist and sculptor who lived from 1920 to 2007. Alvarado is best known for her abstract and modernist works, which often drew inspiration from the indigenous cultures of Central America.

While the name Neiba is not as widely used today as it once was, it remains a fascinating link to the rich cultural heritage of the Arawak people and the diverse histories of the Caribbean and Central America.

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