Natavia, of Latin origin, is a distinctive and unique given name for females. It was created by author and poet, Ntozake Shange, for her niece. The name 'Natavia' combines elements from two names: Nat, short for Natalie or Natasha, meaning Christmas Day in Latin; and Via, from the Italian word via, signifying road or way. Thus, Natavia can be interpreted as 'On the Way to Christmas.' This original and creative appellation is a testament to its creator's artistic spirit.
The name Natavia experienced significant popularity from the late 1990s to around 2004, with a peak of 35 births in 2004. However, it appears that its usage has since declined, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded between 2010 and 2023.