Kiva is a unique and uncommon given name of American origin, derived from the Basque surname 'Giba', which means 'hump-backed'. The name has gained popularity due to its association with Kiva Kolodner, the founder of the online microfinance organization Kiva.org. Traditionally more prevalent among Basque communities, Kiva's unconventional sound and spelling have contributed to its distinctiveness in recent years.
The name Kiva experienced varied popularity over the years, with peaks in the late 70s to early 80s and again from 2018 onwards. The highest number of births occurred in 1973 with 25 births. However, it's important to note that the overall trend shows a decrease in the name's popularity since the mid-90s.