Stav is of Hebrew origin and means "to return". It is often used as a male given name, though it can also be used for females. The name Stav is often associated with the concept of coming home or returning to one's roots. It has been traditionally popular in countries such as Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide, but it has also gained recognition internationally in recent years.
"Stav had a surge in popularity in the year 2000 with six births recorded that year. However, it has remained relatively uncommon overall, with just twenty-one babies named Stav born between 1997 and 2008."