Water, or voice
Aava is a modern Finnish name that likely derives from the word 'ava', meaning open or wide. It is also associated with the Hebrew name Ava, meaning life or breath, and the Persian word for voice or sound. In recent years, it has gained popularity in Northern Europe as a sleek, minimalist alternative to Ava.
Less common today
Aava isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,286 in 2020.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Finnish actress known for her roles in Nordic cinema
