Kleva / Cleva

The name Kleva is derived from the Old English word 'clif', meaning 'cliff' or 'steep bank'. It was originally a topographical surname given to someone who lived near a cliff or a steep incline. Over time, like many topographical surnames, it may have occasionally been adopted as a given name, though its usage as a first name is exceedingly rare.

Its use as a given name is more likely to be a modern invention or a very localized traditional usage, rather than a name with a long-standing history as a personal identifier. The sound and structure of the name are simple, which might appeal to some parents looking for unique, short names.