Caven
Pronunciation: [ k-AYV-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Caven first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 275 babies have been named Caven in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caven is past its peak , currently ranked #10,143 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #10,143
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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Old High German origin
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"fortunate, blessed"
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Sanskrit origin
"removing darkness through light"
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Old Norse origin
"to dazzle, stun with brightness"
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Latin (silva) origin
"of the forest, woodland dweller"
#10,055 in US
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About the Name Caven
Caven is a boy name .
Caven is currently ranked #10,143 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caven include Cav, Cay, Caie, and Cavkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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