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Cavan vs Dallen

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
Dallen Rank #4,126

Dallen is more popular, ranked #4126 vs #4288 for Cavan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cavan or Dallen more popular?

Dallen is more popular, ranked #4126 compared to Cavan at #4288 in the United States.

What do Cavan and Dallen mean?

Cavan means "little gentle one (variant of Kevin)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Dallen means "valley dweller, from the meadow" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Cavan and Dallen boy or girl names?

Cavan is primarily a boy name. Dallen is primarily a boy name.

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