Cavanaugh

Q: How popular is the name Cavanaugh?

Cavanaugh is ranked #12403 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ k-AV-uhn-aw ]

Boy Name #12,403 Most Popular Hidden Gem 9 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Cavanaugh is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-AV-uhn-aw.

Parents who love the name Cavanaugh often also consider Tyrann, Biju, .

Popularity Over Time

#12,403

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #12,403
Total SSA Count: 8

Alternative Spellings

Cavan #4288

Nicknames

Cav Cay Cavie Cavaie

Middle Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cavanaugh

Is Cavanaugh a boy or girl name?

Cavanaugh is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Cavanaugh?

Cavanaugh is pronounced k-AV-uhn-aw.

How popular is the name Cavanaugh?

Cavanaugh is currently ranked #12403 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Cavanaugh?

Common nicknames for Cavanaugh include Cav, Cay, Cavie, and Cavaie.

Is Cavanaugh a common or rare name?

Cavanaugh is an uncommon name, ranked #12403 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Cavanaugh

Cavanaugh is a boy name .

Cavanaugh is currently ranked #12,403 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Cavanaugh include Cav, Cay, Cavie, and Cavaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Cavanaugh include Cavan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.