Craven
Pronunciation: [ kr-AYV-uhn ]
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Craven first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 197 babies have been named Craven in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Craven is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,325 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,325
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Craven
Craven is a boy name .
Craven is currently ranked #16,325 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Craven include Cra, Crav, Cravy, Cravie, Cry, Crie, and Crakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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