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NavaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

New

Pronunciation: NAH-vah

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Name
Nava
Meaning
New
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
NAH-vah
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
(Saturday)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Nava mean?

Nava is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "New". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: NAH-vah. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Νάβα

Νέος, Ζωή, Ροή

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

NAH-vah

IPA

/ˈnɑːvɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Nava is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is New. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

(Saturday)

Lucky Colors

PinkPurple

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 6 are nurturing and caring, and they have a strong sense of responsibility.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateGentleS = Sensitive

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes renewal, rebirth, and transformation.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Nava holds significance as a symbol of new beginnings and fresh starts. It is a reminder that even in the midst of challenges and change, there is always an opportunity for growth and transformation. In many cultures, the name Nava is given to babies born on a new day or during a time of renewal.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Nava is a reflection of the transformative power of God. In the biblical story of Nava and her sisters, their challenge to the patriarchal law paved the way for a new understanding of God's love and justice. Nava serves as a reminder that through faith, we can challenge the status quo and strive for a deeper connection with God and each other.

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Nava Parekh (actress)Nava Ashwin (director)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Nava

New, Fresh, Flowing

🇮🇱Hebrew

נבה

נוער, לנבוע, מקור מים

🇬🇷Greek

Νάβα

Νέος, Ζωή, Ροή

🇮🇹Latin

Nava

New, Flowing, Youth

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