Holding steady.
Popularity of Cleaven since 1919
Babies named Cleaven per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 56 |
| 1930s | 32 |
| 1940s | 18 |
| 1950s | 13 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cleaven is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1919 but has never been common. Its peak year was 1929, yet it has never ranked in the top 1,000 names. The name's trajectory has remained stable over the decades, with no recent revival. Its origins are uncertain, possibly a variant of Cleon or a modern coinage. Because it has no recorded top states or notable bearers, Cleaven remains an obscure choice for parents seeking something truly unique.
Cleaven appears to be a rare given name of obscure origin. It may be a variant of Cleon, a name derived from Greek Kleon meaning 'famous', or it could be a modern invented name. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1919 but has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Clee
Variants: Cleven
Sibling names for Cleaven
Names that share Cleaven's style, for a brother or sister.
