Holding steady.
Popularity of Aivan since 2004
Babies named Aivan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 30 |
| 2010s | 56 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Aivan is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2004. It has never ranked in the top 1000, and its peak year of use was 2014. The name's trajectory has been stable, with very few annual registrations. Aivan is almost entirely used for boys. Its origins are unclear; it may be a creative respelling of Ivan, the Slavic form of John, or an invented name inspired by contemporary naming trends. Given its low frequency, Aivan remains a distinctive choice without strong associations to any geographic region or cultural tradition.
Aivan first appeared in U.S. records in 2004. It is likely a modern spelling variant of Ivan, the Slavic form of John, which derives from the Hebrew Yohanan meaning 'God is gracious.' Alternatively, it may be an invented name combining sounds popular in the early 2000s. Its sporadic usage suggests it has not become widespread.
Sibling names for Aivan
Names that share Aivan's style, for a brother or sister.
