Declining since 1999, #3,949 for boys today.
Popularity of Tavian since 1985
Babies named Tavian per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 19 |
| 1990s | 475 |
| 2000s | 975 |
| 2010s | 483 |
| 2020s | 137 |
Meaning & origin
Tavian is a modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. baby-name charts in 1985. It reached its highest popularity in 1998 (peak year) but has been declining since 1999. In 2025, it ranked 3,949 with a rate of 1 in 63,262 births. Tavian shows a trajectory of falling usage, characteristic of many inventive names from the late 20th century. It has no recorded top states or established historical roots, making it a purely contemporary choice for parents seeking a unique, rhythmic name.
Tavian emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, first recorded in 1985. It is probably a blend of sounds from popular names such as Tavon (itself a modern invention) and the suffix -ian, seen in names like Julian and Damian. The name has never entered the top 1000 and has been in decline since its peak in 1999.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tav, Tavi
Variants: Tavion, Tavyan
Sibling names for Tavian
Names that share Tavian's style, for a brother or sister.
