Kriva

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Pronounced KREE-vah /ˈkri.vɑ/Medium

Meaning: Modern Indo-Caribbean/Hindu name, often glossed 'mercy, grace; compassion' (linked to Sanskrit kripa, 'grace'); the gloss variesLow

In 30 seconds: Soft and modern: Kriva is an Indo-Caribbean name, often glossed 'mercy, grace'. Lyrical, gentle, and warm.

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Origin LowSanskrit, American

MeaningModern Indo-Caribbean/Hindu name, often glossed 'mercy, grace; compassion' (linked to Sanskrit kripa, 'grace'); the gloss varies

U.S. rank (2025)#5322 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births24 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 86

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kriva comes from modern Indo-Caribbean and Hindu naming — often glossed 'mercy, grace; compassion', linked to Sanskrit kripa, 'grace, mercy' (the precise meaning varies and is layered, which we flag). A soft, lyrical name.

In the U.S. it appears in Indo-Caribbean families. Rare, mercy-or-grace at the (glossed) root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Kriva is a modern Indo-Caribbean and Hindu name, often glossed 'mercy, grace; compassion' (linked to Sanskrit kripa, 'grace, mercy'; the gloss varies, which we note) — soft and lyrical.

Overall data confidence 48%

References — Kriva — gloss varies

Variations

KrivaaKripa

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kriva mean?

Kriva is an Indo-Caribbean name, often glossed 'mercy, grace'; the gloss varies, which we note.

How do you pronounce Kriva?

It's said KREE-vah /ˈkri.vɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kriva a boy or girl name?

Kriva is a girl's name.

How popular is Kriva?

Kriva is a rare name in the U.S.