Kavanaugh
Pronunciation: [ k-AV-uhn-aw ]
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Kavanaugh first appeared in US Social Security records in 2004.
Over 5 babies have been named Kavanaugh in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kavanaugh is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,073 for boy names in the US .
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- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,073
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Kavanaugh
Kavanaugh is a boy name .
Kavanaugh is currently ranked #28,073 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kavanaugh include Kav, Kava, Kavay, Kavaie, Kavan, Kavany, Kavanie, Ughy, Ughie, Augh, Kay, and Kaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kavanaugh include Kavari . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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