Kava
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Kava is a girl’s name of Hawaiian origin, meaning “Meaning 'bitter', referring to the Polynesian kava plant used in traditional drinks and ceremonies. This name evokes island life and tranquility.”, and peaked in popularity in 1969.
What Kava Means
“Meaning 'bitter', referring to the Polynesian kava plant used in traditional drinks and ceremonies. This name evokes island life and tranquility.”
The Story of Kava
From the tranquil shores of Polynesia comes Kava, a name evoking the calm of island ceremonies and the spirit of adaptability.
Kava is a name with roots in Hawaiian culture, deriving from the Polynesian kava plant. This plant is central to traditional drinks and ceremonies, symbolizing peace and social connection. Its use as a given name suggests a connection to island life and a gentle, grounding spirit.
This name is for your daughter who you sense will possess a serene and adaptable nature. Kava is for a child who will bring a sense of calm to her surroundings, her spirit as gentle and deeply rooted as the plant itself, embracing life's rhythms.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1969
Total Births
15
First Recorded
1969
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