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Adiva

“polite, courteous”

About the name Adiva

Adiva is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew word ‘adiv’, which means ‘polite’ or ‘courteous’. In Modern Hebrew, ‘adiv’ is used to describe someone who is considerate or well-mannered, and ‘adiva’ is its feminine form. The name is used in Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide. While a similar-sounding Arabic name, Adiba, means ‘cultured’ or ‘literate’, Adiva in Hebrew specifically refers to qualities of politeness and courtesy.

Meaning
polite, courteous
Origin
Hebrew
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
ah-DEE-vah(3 syl.)

Variants and spellings

No common variant spellings are widely recorded.

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Middle names for Adiva

  • Adiva Rose
  • Adiva Claire
  • Adiva Eliana
  • Adiva Jade
  • Adiva Sophie

Questions about Adiva

What does Adiva mean?
Adiva is a Hebrew name meaning "polite, courteous".
How do you pronounce Adiva?
Adiva is pronounced ah-DEE-vah, with emphasis on the second syllable.

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