Kauan
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Kauan first appeared in US Social Security records in 2004.
Over 351 babies have been named Kauan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kauan is past its peak , currently ranked #23,215 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #23,215
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Phoenician / Greek origin
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Latin origin
"flowering, blooming"
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"laurel, crown of victory"
#23,386 in US
Chinese origin
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"of the mountain"
#23,335 in US
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About the Name Kauan
Kauan is a boy name .
Kauan is currently ranked #23,215 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kauan include Kau, Kay, Kaie, and Kaukins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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