Holding steady, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Sevan since 1976
Babies named Sevan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 19 |
| 1980s | 16 | 44 |
| 1990s | 0 | 53 |
| 2000s | 0 | 84 |
| 2010s | 15 | 83 |
| 2020s | 18 | 65 |
Meaning & origin
Sevan is a rare modern name in the United States. First recorded in 1976, it saw its peak popularity in 2019, though it has remained uncommon overall. In 2025, the name ranked 7,679th, with approximately 1 in 170,808 boys receiving the name. Its trajectory has been relatively stable, and it has not been associated with any particular U.S. state. The name's origin is uncertain, possibly a place name from Armenia or a modern coinage. It carries a contemporary feel and has a small but dedicated following.
Sevan is a name of uncertain origin. It may derive from the Armenian name Sevan (Սևան), after the large lake in Armenia, but its use in the United States appears to be a modern coinage, possibly inspired by similar-sounding names like Evan or Devan. It has been in use since the late 20th century and gained modest popularity in the 2010s.
“Sevan” around the world
Where Sevan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sev
Sibling names for Sevan
Names that share Sevan's style, for a brother or sister.
