Java is a unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is an oath", derived from the Hebrew word "yavah". It has been popular throughout history, used as another name for God in the Bible, and borne by early saints and martyrs like Saint James the Less. The name also appeared in literature, notably Sir Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe, and remains popular today, particularly in English-speaking countries. Notably, the programming language Java was named after the island of Java in Indonesia, adding a modern technological association to the name.