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Cavan vs Cyprus

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
Cyprus Rank #4,267

Cyprus is more popular, ranked #4267 vs #4288 for Cavan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cavan or Cyprus more popular?

Cyprus is more popular, ranked #4267 compared to Cavan at #4288 in the United States.

What do Cavan and Cyprus mean?

Cavan means "little gentle one (variant of Kevin)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Cyprus means "from the island of Cyprus" (Greek origin).

Are Cavan and Cyprus boy or girl names?

Cavan is primarily a boy name. Cyprus is primarily a boy name.

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