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Cavan vs Jebediah

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
Jebediah Rank #4,315

Cavan is more popular, ranked #4288 vs #4315 for Jebediah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cavan or Jebediah more popular?

Cavan is more popular, ranked #4288 compared to Jebediah at #4315 in the United States.

What do Cavan and Jebediah mean?

Cavan means "little gentle one (variant of Kevin)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Jebediah means "friend of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cavan and Jebediah boy or girl names?

Cavan is primarily a boy name. Jebediah is primarily a boy name.

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