Gracious; yew tree
Iva has two distinct etymological paths. In Slavic traditions, it is a feminine diminutive of Ivan, meaning 'God is gracious.' Separately, in Germanic and French contexts, it is related to the yew tree, often symbolizing longevity and regeneration.
Less common today
Iva isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,667 in 2021.
American citizen known as Tokyo Rose during WWII
Croatian professional tennis player and French Open champion
Italian pop singer and politician
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
