Wava is a unique and distinctive given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "mother". It is often associated with the biblical figure, the Prophetess Deborah, whose mother was also named Wava in Jewish tradition. In some cultures, it may be interpreted as a variant spelling of Ava or Eva. The name Wava has been used infrequently throughout history, lending it an uncommon and captivating quality.
The name Wava experienced fluctuations in popularity over the late 19th to mid-20th century, with a notable peak in the early 1920s and a significant decline post-WWII. The highest number of births recorded was 60 in 1924, while the lowest was just 5 in both 1963 and 1979. Overall, there were 1727 births attributed to this name during this period.