Kaven

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Kaven Pronunciation

Kaven is pronounced KAY-vən /ˈkeɪ.vən/High

Meaning: From Kevin/Cavan — Irish, 'handsome, kind, gentle' (Kevin), or 'a hollow' (Cavan); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Handsome and kind: Kaven echoes Kevin ('handsome, gentle') and Cavan ('a hollow'). Crisp, soft, and warm.

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Origin LowIrish, American

MeaningFrom Kevin/Cavan — Irish, 'handsome, kind, gentle' (Kevin), or 'a hollow' (Cavan); routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#5144 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births19 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2013

Total births (all-time)≈ 929

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Kaven comes from Kevin/Cavan — Irish Caoimhin, 'handsome, kind, gentle, beloved' (Kevin), or Cabhan, 'a hollow' (Cavan; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, soft modern name, popular in Quebec; the spelling personalizes it.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, handsome-or-a-hollow at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Kaven brushes Kevin (Irish 'handsome, kind, gentle') and Cavan (Irish 'a hollow') — a crisp, soft modern name (popular in Quebec).

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Kaven — routes layered

Variations

KevinCavanKavan

Nicknames

Kav

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Kaven?

Kaven is pronounced KAY-vən (/ˈkeɪ.vən/). Press play above to hear Kaven said aloud.

How do you say Kaven?

Kaven is said KAY-vən (/ˈkeɪ.vən/). Press play above to hear Kaven said aloud.

What does the name Kaven mean?

Kaven echoes Kevin ('handsome, gentle') and Cavan ('a hollow'); the routes are layered.

Is Kaven a boy or girl name?

Kaven is a boy's name.

How popular is Kaven?

Kaven is a rare name in the U.S.