Sava
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- Name
- Sava
- Gender
- Boy name
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Sava (Сава) is a name that is common in both Bulgaria and Serbia and has its origin in the Greek word Sabbas (Σάββας). The German translation of the name is 'the old man'.
What does the name Sava mean?
The name Sava (Сава) has its roots in the Greek Sabbas (Σάββας) and means 'the old man' in English. Its origin leads to the ancient Hebrew sebâ or sava (סַבָא), which means 'old man', 'grandfather', 'drunkard', or 'heavy drinker'. Additionally, Sava is the name of a river in Southeast Europe. In the Czech Republic, the name is spelled as Sáva, while variants such as Sabas, Savvas, and Saba exist. The name gained recognition through various saints who bore it.
Where does the name Sava come from?
Sava is a masculine first name with ancient Hebrew origins that carries the meaning 'the old man'. The ancient Hebrew
How do you pronounce Sava?
The pronunciation of Sava is two syllables and open in nature. The name is pronounced as 'Sa-va' [ˈsaːva], with the long 'a' in the first syllable sounding broad and even. The second syllable ends softly and fluidly. The repetition of the open vowel creates a harmonious sound that makes Sava appear melodic and present - calm, friendly, and sonorous.
When is the name day of Sava?
The name days for Sava are celebrated on April 12, April 24, November 14, and December 5.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Sava enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 1,881st in the list of the most common first names for boys. Its best placement was in 2016, when it reached 1,433rd place. In the last ten years, Sava has been given as a first name about 140 times, placing it 1,939th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 2,142nd.
Nicknames & pet names
Sasa / Savakowitsch / Savchen / Savi / Savina / Savujomir / Sävi / Sävicki
Similar first names
Famous people
- Saint Sava (prince and monk)
- Sava Antic (Yugoslav footballer)
- Sava Babic (writer from Serbia)
- Sava Bento (Polish football player)
- Sava Damjanov (writer from Yugoslavia)
- Sava Dobroplodni (American writer)
- Sava Grozdev (Bulgarian mathematician)
- Sava Lesic (basketball player from Serbia)
- Sava Miladinovic Bento (Portuguese football player)
- Sava Paunovic (footballer from Yugoslavia)
- Sava Sekulic (painter from Lithuania)
- Sava Sumanovic (Serbian painter)
Frequently asked questions about the name Sava
What is the origin of the name Sava?
Sava is a masculine first name with ancient Hebrew origins. It is common in several languages, including Bulgarian, Serbian, and Czech.
What does the name Sava mean?
The name Sava means 'the old man' and is derived from the ancient Hebrew word sebâ or sava, which also means 'grandfather', 'drunkard', or 'heavy drinker'.
How popular is the name Sava?
The popularity of the name Sava varies by region. The name gained recognition through various saints who bore it, and it is appreciated in several countries.