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Kegan vs Cavan

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

Kegan Rank #4,396
Cavan Rank #4,288

Cavan is more popular, ranked #4288 vs #4396 for Kegan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kegan or Cavan more popular?

Cavan is more popular, ranked #4288 compared to Kegan at #4396 in the United States.

What do Kegan and Cavan mean?

Kegan means "small flame, little fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Cavan means "little gentle one (variant of Kevin)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Kegan and Cavan boy or girl names?

Kegan is primarily a boy name. Cavan is primarily a boy name.

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