Cavan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cavan is an Irish name that means 'hollow' or 'recess', originating from the Old Irish word 'Cabhán'. Its language evolution shows a transition from Old Irish to Modern English. The name is associated with strength and heritage, reflecting a traditional Irish identity. There is no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is represented by notable figures such as Cavan Biggio and Cavan Scott.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cavan"
Pronunciation
/ˈkævən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Cavan derives from the Irish 'Cabhán', which means 'hollow' or 'recess'. It is also associated with a county in Ireland.
Meaning
hollow, recess
Language Evolution
Cabhán (Old Irish), Cavan (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Ireland, as a family name and a place name.
Variants & Derivatives
Cavann, Cavon
Modern Popularity & Image
Cavan is perceived as a traditional Irish name, often associated with strength and heritage.
Famous People
Cavan Biggio - Canadian baseball player, Cavan Scott - British author and writer
📊 Cavan Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 77 peak births in 2008
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cavan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cavan"
"Cavan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4282nd of 10718 | 94 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3173rd of 16616 | 285 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2246th of 24088 | 842 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3074th of 23106 | 460 |
Regional Popularity of "Cavan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
49.75% 3143rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.90% 2378th/4582 |
44.42% 2294th/5164 |
38.66% 2827th/7313 |
38.84% 2899th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
54.00% 2423rd/4487 |
48.15% 3285th/6822 |
50.32% 3158th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Cavan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cavan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cavan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cavan" in the United States
The name Cavan is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cavan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Cavan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4282nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3173rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2246th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3074th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Cavan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.