Cavin
Pronunciation: [ k-AV-ihn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Cavin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 1,363 babies have been named Cavin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cavin is past its peak , currently ranked #23,511 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #23,511
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Hebrew origin
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About the Name Cavin
Cavin is a boy name .
Cavin is currently ranked #23,511 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cavin include Cav, Cay, Caie, and Cavkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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