Viva

Meaning of Viva

Viva traces back to the vibrant Latin root viva, meaning “alive,” and in Spanish and Italian—both pronounced VEE-vah—it feels more like a joyful exclamation than just a name. It’s a tiny burst of life that wraps around every syllable, a fast-moving reminder to seize each new sunrise. In the US, Viva has fluttered into the top 1,000 for a few years now (from #933 in 2022 to #930 in 2024), proving that this spirited choice is winning hearts. Choosing Viva means giving their daughter a built-in cheerleader, a promise of celebration, resilience, and boundless energy that dances on the tongue and lights up any room.

Pronunciation

Spanish

• Pronunced as VEE-vah (/ˈbi.va/)

Italian

• Pronunced as VEE-vah (/ˈvi.va/)

• Vivienne
• Vivian
• Vida
• Vita
• Viviana
• Vivica
• Vivi