Govan
Pronunciation: [ g-OHV-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,604
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Govan
Govan is a boy name .
Govan is currently ranked #33,604 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Govan include Gov, Goy, and Govie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis