Graven
Pronunciation: [ gr-AYV-uhn ]
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Graven first appeared in US Social Security records in 2008.
Over 11 babies have been named Graven in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Graven is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,976 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #17,976
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Graven
Graven is a boy name .
Graven is currently ranked #17,976 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Graven include Gra, Grav, Gravy, Gravie, Gry, Grie, and Grakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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