Kaven
2025 SSA
About Kaven
Kaven is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern variation of Kevin (Irish, meaning 'handsome, beloved'), a variant spelling of Cavan (also Irish, referring to 'hollow' or a county in Ireland), or a creative contemporary coinage. The name has a strong, masculine sound with its hard 'K' beginning and solid ending. Kaven began appearing in usage charts in North America in the late 20th century, though it remains relatively uncommon. The name offers parents a way to honor Irish heritage while providing a slightly distinctive alternative to more common names. Kaven projects qualities of strength and individuality while still being easily recognizable and pronounceable.
Pronounced KAY-vun.
As of October 2026, Kaven ranked #4471 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2668 for boys in 1968.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,847 | 27 | 14.1 |
| 2015 | #4,230 | 24 | 12.5 |
| 2016 | #3,932 | 27 | 14.2 |
| 2017 | #4,845 | 20 | 10.8 |
| 2018 | #3,419 | 33 | 18.2 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | #4,069 | 26 | 14.9 |
| 2022 | #3,307 | 36 | 20.6 |
| 2023 | #4,062 | 27 | 15.8 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | #4,471 | 23 | 13.5 |