This is the 7707th most frequent Spanish word.
leyva
"Leyva" is a proper noun, typically a surname, and does not have a standalone definition in English.
In this case, 'Leyva' is used as a proper noun, likely a surname in Spanish.
María Leyva es una gran escritora contemporánea.
María Leyva is a great contemporary writer.
Here, 'leyva' could be a regional or colloquial term similar to 'lecho' (riverbed), describing a physical feature.
La leyva del río ha cambiado con el tiempo.
The river's riverbed has changed over time.
Here, 'leyva' is used as the subject of the discussion, focusing on its linguistic application.