Niven
Pronunciation: [ n-EYEV-uhn ]
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Niven first appeared in US Social Security records in 2007.
Over 24 babies have been named Niven in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Niven is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #24,146 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #24,146
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Niven
Niven is a boy name .
Niven is currently ranked #24,146 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Niven include Niv, Niy, Niie, and Nivkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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