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Marvin vs Kavan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marvin

Boy #672 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea fortress, sea friend"

Origin: Old Welsh Mervyn

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#672
Total SSA Count
406
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kavan

Boy #6,204 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome, gentle, kind"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Gaelic Celtic Irish-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,204
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marvin Rank #672
Kavan Rank #6,204

Marvin is more popular, ranked #672 vs #6204 for Kavan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marvin or Kavan more popular?

Marvin is more popular, ranked #672 compared to Kavan at #6204 in the United States.

What do Marvin and Kavan mean?

Marvin means "sea fortress, sea friend" (Old Welsh Mervyn origin). Kavan means "handsome, gentle, kind" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Marvin and Kavan boy or girl names?

Marvin is primarily a boy name. Kavan is primarily a boy name.

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