Viva Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Viva is a name of Latin origin meaning 'alive' or 'living'. It has evolved through various forms from Latin to Modern English. The name conveys traits of vibrancy and life, and it has no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed positively.
The name Viva is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Viva has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Viva' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 754th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1207th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2869th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4319th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15798th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16504th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8285th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Viva' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Viva"
Pronunciation
/ˈviːvə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Viva is derived from the Latin word 'vivus', meaning 'alive' or 'living'. It is often associated with the concept of life and vibrancy.
Meaning
alive, living, vibrant
Language Evolution
Viva (Latin), Viva (Old French), Viva (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, often used in poetic and artistic contexts to symbolize life and vitality.
Variants & Derivatives
Vive, Viviana, Vivienne, Viv
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name is perceived as lively and energetic, often associated with positive traits and a vibrant personality.
Famous People
Viva Bianca - Australian actress, Viva Las Vegas - Elvis Presley song
Explore More Viva Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Viva"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Viva"
"Viva" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 754th of 9107 | 1,655 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1207th of 9204 | 703 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2869th of 12526 | 311 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4319th of 19264 | 216 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15798th of 27321 | 35 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16504th of 35406 | 63 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8285th of 30306 | 157 |
Regional Popularity of "Viva" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Viva" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
46.12% 653rd/1416 |
89.20% 1230th/1379 |
33.39% 790th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
89.07% 1377th/1546 |
- |
45.64% 1074th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Viva"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Viva" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.