Lava

Pronunciation: [ l-AHV-uh ]

Lava is a girl baby name. Ranked #40,755 in the US.

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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Lava is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-AHV-uh.

Parents who love the name Lava often also consider Nevalyn, Yaletzi, Hermajesty .

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Historical Record

Lava first appeared in US Social Security records in 2019.

Over 5 babies have been named Lava in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Lava is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #40,755 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#40,755
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#40,755
Total SSA Count
5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lava

Is Lava a boy or girl name?
Lava is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Lava?
Lava is pronounced l-AHV-uh.
How popular is the name Lava?
Lava is currently ranked #40755 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Is Lava a common or rare name?
Lava is an uncommon name, ranked #40755 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Lava?
Lava pairs well with Nevalyn, Yaletzi, Hermajesty, Jazayla in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Lava?
Related spellings include Lavender, Lavinia, Lavina.

About the Name Lava

Lava is a girl name .

Lava is currently ranked #40,755 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Lava include Lavender, Lavinia, Lavina . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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