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Kavan

Pronunciation
[Ka-van]
Gender
Male
Meaning
Handsome
Origin
Irish
Irish for Handsome.

Kavan Popularity Snapshot

Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 878 baby boys have been named Kavan. The name peaked in 2005 with 41 US births that year (rank #2685). In 2024, ranked #6013 nationally — 3,328 places below its 2005 peak.

Top States for Kavan

Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Kavan births are: California (37), Texas (17).

Other Irish-Origin Names Like Kavan

If you like Kavan's Irish origin, consider these related names: Abban, Abiageal, Abracham, Adare, Addergoole. Browse all Irish names →

5-Letter Names Starting with K

Names with Kavan's exact length and starting letter: Kaage, Kacee, Kacey, Kacia, Kacie.

Quick Facts About Kavan

1,167
Irish baby names in our dictionary
705
Irish male names
246
5-letter K-names in our dictionary
476
K-male names total
Not in registry
US SSA records — name appears fewer than 5 times in any year

Variant Forms

NameMeaningGenderOrigin
Cavan From Cavan Male Irish

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