Shovan
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Shovan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 6 babies have been named Shovan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shovan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,463 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #33,463
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Shovan
Shovan is a girl name .
Shovan is currently ranked #33,463 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shovan include Sho, Shov, Shovy, Shovie, Shy, Shie, and Shokins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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