Rising since 2022, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Ravin since 1937
Babies named Ravin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 0 | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 | 5 |
| 1970s | 53 | 5 |
| 1980s | 186 | 36 |
| 1990s | 391 | 89 |
| 2000s | 273 | 83 |
| 2010s | 61 | 19 |
| 2020s | 30 | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Ravin is a modern, unisex name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1977. It reached its peak rank of 13,208 in 1993, and has been rising in usage since 2022, though it remains relatively rare, with only 1 in 267,878 newborns given the name in 2025. The name likely originated as a respelling of Raven, the bird name, or as a creative combination of sounds popular in the late 20th century. Despite its brevity, Ravin has no deep traditional roots, making it a distinctly contemporary choice. Its top states are not recorded, indicating broad but sparse distribution. The name's rising trajectory suggests increasing appeal among parents seeking short, modern-sounding unisex names.
Ravin is a modern name, likely a respelling of Raven or a blend of elements such as Ray and Vin. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1977, suggesting a recent coinage. There is no established traditional etymology, and the name does not trace to a specific language or culture.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rav, Vinny
Sibling names for Ravin
Names that share Ravin's style, for a brother or sister.
