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Aven vs Cove

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cove

Boy #1,212 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small sheltered coastal bay"

Origin: Old Norse via English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,212
Total SSA Count
167
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aven Rank #1,157
Cove Rank #1,212

Aven is more popular, ranked #1157 vs #1212 for Cove.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aven or Cove more popular?

Aven is more popular, ranked #1157 compared to Cove at #1212 in the United States.

What do Aven and Cove mean?

Aven means "river (from Celtic afon)" (Celtic origin). Cove means "small sheltered coastal bay" (Old Norse via English origin).

Are Aven and Cove boy or girl names?

Aven is primarily a boy name. Cove is primarily a boy name.

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