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Cavan vs Aric

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

Cavan Rank #4,288
Aric Rank #4,456

Cavan is more popular, ranked #4288 vs #4456 for Aric.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cavan or Aric more popular?

Cavan is more popular, ranked #4288 compared to Aric at #4456 in the United States.

What do Cavan and Aric mean?

Cavan means "little gentle one (variant of Kevin)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Aric means "eternal ruler" (Old Norse origin).

Are Cavan and Aric boy or girl names?

Cavan is primarily a boy name. Aric is primarily a boy name.

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