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Zaven

♂ Boy

Pronounced ZAH-ven /ˈzɑ.vɛn/Medium

Meaning: From Armenian Zaven — linked to a noble Zavents lineage; sometimes glossed 'leader' or 'gift'; gloss variesLow

In 30 seconds: Armenian and noble: Zaven is a storied Armenian name — sometimes glossed 'leader' or 'gift'. Dignified, distinctive, and warm.
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Origin MediumArmenian
MeaningFrom Armenian Zaven — linked to a noble Zavents lineage; sometimes glossed 'leader' or 'gift'; gloss varies
U.S. rank (2025)#3845 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births29 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 552

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202519182025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Zaven comes from Armenian — linked to the noble Zavents lineage, sometimes glossed 'leader' or 'gift' (the gloss varies, which we note). A dignified, classic Armenian name.

In the U.S. it appears in Armenian families. Rare, a-noble-name at the root, and dignified.

Did you know? Zaven is a classic Armenian name, linked to a noble lineage — sometimes glossed 'leader' or 'gift'; dignified and distinctive (Patriarch Zaven bore it).
Overall data confidence 60%
Armenian references — Zaven — gloss varies

Variations

ZavennZavem

Nicknames

Zav

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Zaven mean?

Zaven is a classic Armenian name, sometimes glossed 'leader' or 'gift'; the gloss varies.

How do you pronounce Zaven?

It's said ZAH-ven /ˈzɑ.vɛn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Zaven a boy or girl name?

Zaven is a boy's name.

How popular is Zaven?

Zaven is a rare name in the U.S.

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