Brightness, radiance, or light
Derived from the Hebrew root 'ziv', this name signifies brilliance or a glowing light. It is often associated with the vitality of spring and the splendor of the sun. In Slavic mythology, a similar name (Ziva or Siva) represents the goddess of life and fertility.
About 134 girls were named Ziva in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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