Kervin vs Mav

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kervin

Boy #6,465 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved friend, gentle one"

Origin: Old Irish/Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,465
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Mav

Boy #6,325 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Maverick, from Samuel Maverick's unbranded cattle"

Origin: American English

Cultural Roots

Modern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,325
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kervin Rank #6,465
Mav Rank #6,325

Mav is more popular, ranked #6325 vs #6465 for Kervin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kervin or Mav more popular?

Mav is more popular, ranked #6325 compared to Kervin at #6465 in the United States.

What do Kervin and Mav mean?

Kervin means "beloved friend, gentle one" (Old Irish/Celtic origin). Mav means "short form of Maverick, from Samuel Maverick's unbranded cattle" (American English origin).

Are Kervin and Mav boy or girl names?

Kervin is primarily a boy name. Mav is primarily a boy name.

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