Koven
Pronunciation: [ k-OHV-uhn ]
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Koven first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 177 babies have been named Koven in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Koven is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,011 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #11,011
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Koven
Koven is a boy name .
Koven is currently ranked #11,011 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Koven include Kov, Koy, Koie, and Kovkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Koven include Kove . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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