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Ahuva

♀ Girl

Pronounced a-hoo-VA /a.hu.ˈva/Medium

Meaning: BelovedMedium

In 30 seconds: Ahuva is a Hebrew name meaning 'beloved', a warm and affectionate choice.
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningBeloved
U.S. rank (2024)#1845 β†— Rising
2024 U.S. births108 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 1,821

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202419712024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Ahuva comes from Hebrew with the straightforward meaning 'beloved'. It is used as a girl's given name in Israel and in Jewish communities, where its tender meaning is its main appeal. The name carries its sentiment plainly, without needing embellishment.

The three soft syllables give it a gentle, rolling sound in Hebrew. The Israeli singer and composer Ahuva Ozeri, a founding figure in Mizrahi music, is among its notable bearers.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Ahuva is 'beloved', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Ahuva β€” etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration β€” 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Famous Bearers

  • β˜…Ahuva Ozeri (1948-2016)
    Israeli singer, songwriter and composer regarded as a founding figure in the rise of Mizrahi music in Israel, who released some 20 albums over a four-decade career.

If you like Ahuva…

Avivaβ€” Another Hebrew girl's name with a similar soft three-syllable shape
Libaβ€” A Yiddish name also meaning 'beloved', sharing Ahuva's sense

Frequently Asked

What does the name Ahuva mean?

Ahuva is usually explained as meaning 'beloved' and is most often linked with Hebrew tradition.

How do you pronounce Ahuva?

It's commonly said a-hoo-VA /a.hu.ˈva/.

Is Ahuva a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Ahuva is used as a girl name.

How popular is Ahuva?

In 2024, Ahuva ranked #1845 in the U.S. for girls, with 108 births recorded.