Rising since 1996, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Caven since 1953
Babies named Caven per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 106 |
| 2010s | 105 |
| 2020s | 39 |
Meaning & origin
Caven first appeared in U.S. records in 1953, a relatively recent addition to the baby name landscape. Its peak popularity came in 2014, though it has never been widely common. The name has shown a rising trajectory since 1996, suggesting slow but steady growth in use. With a current rank of 9714 and a 1-in-244,011 occurrence, Caven remains a rare choice, appealing to those drawn to Irish-derived names with a soft, approachable sound.
Caven is of uncertain origin, but it is often considered an Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Caomháin, derived from the personal name Caomhán, which comes from the Irish word 'caomh' meaning 'kind' or 'gentle'. It has been used as a given name since the mid-20th century in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Caven
Names that share Caven's style, for a brother or sister.
