Nerva
Girl nameNerva has been given to 48 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It peaked in 1915.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
48
Peak year
1915 (6 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1914
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nerva — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nerva.
Sibling name ideas for Nerva
Same era and popularity as Nerva, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nerva?
Nerva has been given to 48 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nerva peak?
Nerva peaked in 1915, when 6 babies were given the name.
Is Nerva a girl or boy name?
Nerva is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Nerva are girls).
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