Cleva

Pronunciation: [ kl-EEV-uh ]

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Girl Name #71,235 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Cleva is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced kl-EEV-uh.

Parents who love the name Cleva often also consider Teruyo, Clemence, Carroll .

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Historical Record

Cleva first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.

Over 16 babies have been named Cleva in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Cleva is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,235 for girl names in the US .

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#71,235
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#71,235
Total SSA Count
5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cleva

Is Cleva a boy or girl name?
Cleva is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Cleva?
Cleva is pronounced kl-EEV-uh.
How popular is the name Cleva?
Cleva is currently ranked #71235 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Cleva?
Common nicknames for Cleva include Cle, Cly, and Cleie.
Is Cleva a common or rare name?
Cleva is an uncommon name, ranked #71235 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Cleva?
Cleva pairs well with Teruyo, Clemence, Carroll, Alvira in style and sound.

About the Name Cleva

Cleva is a girl name .

Cleva is currently ranked #71,235 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Cleva include Cle, Cly, and Cleie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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