Declining since 2005, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Kavan since 1968
Babies named Kavan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 57 |
| 1990s | 189 |
| 2000s | 323 |
| 2010s | 220 |
| 2020s | 69 |
Meaning & origin
Kavan is a rare boy's name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1968. Its peak usage occurred in 2005, but it has since been falling in popularity. The name is used so infrequently that it appears in no top states. Its origins are debated: it may be a modern anglicized form of the Irish Caoimhín or a borrowing from Persian. This ambiguity adds to its distinctive appeal. Parents drawn to uncommon names with cross-cultural resonance might find Kavan an intriguing choice, though its rarity means it will stand out.
Kavan may be a modern anglicization of the Irish name Caoimhín, which derives from the Old Irish Cóemgein, meaning 'handsome birth' or 'gentle'. Alternatively, it could be a variant of the Persian name Kaveh, from the mythical blacksmith figure in Persian mythology. The name is also used in India, possibly as a variant of Kavan or Kavyan, with meanings related to poetry or wisdom.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kav, Kavi, Van
Sibling names for Kavan
Names that share Kavan's style, for a brother or sister.
