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Castle vs Cavan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cavan

Boy #4,288 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little gentle one (variant of Kevin)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,288
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Castle Rank #4,304
Cavan Rank #4,288

Cavan is more popular, ranked #4288 vs #4304 for Castle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Castle or Cavan more popular?

Cavan is more popular, ranked #4288 compared to Castle at #4304 in the United States.

What do Castle and Cavan mean?

Castle means "fortified stronghold" (Latin/Norman French origin). Cavan means "little gentle one (variant of Kevin)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Castle and Cavan boy or girl names?

Castle is primarily a boy name. Cavan is primarily a boy name.

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