Nivan
2025 SSA
About Nivan
Nivan is a rare masculine name with diverse cultural origins. It has roots in several traditions: in Sanskrit, it relates to 'dedicated' or 'focused'; in Scottish Gaelic, it may connect to 'holy' or 'sacred'; and some associate it with Hebrew origins meaning 'expressed' or 'spoken'. This multicultural name has remained uncommon in Western countries but has seen limited usage in India and among families seeking distinctive names with spiritual connotations. Nivan's brevity and distinctive sound make it appealing to parents looking for a name that's both uncommon and meaningful, with a modern feel despite its ancient roots.
Pronounced NIV-un.
As of October 2026, Nivan ranked #3729 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, Nameberry popularity #986 for boys.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | #4,594 | 22 | 12.3 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | #3,729 | 30 | 17.6 |