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Cavan vs Kalan

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
Kalan Rank #4,440

Cavan is more popular, ranked #4288 vs #4440 for Kalan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cavan or Kalan more popular?

Cavan is more popular, ranked #4288 compared to Kalan at #4440 in the United States.

What do Cavan and Kalan mean?

Cavan means "little gentle one (variant of Kevin)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Kalan means "slender, powerful" (Celtic origin).

Are Cavan and Kalan boy or girl names?

Cavan is primarily a boy name. Kalan is primarily a boy name.

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