Craven Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Craven originates from Old English, meaning 'raven'. Its language path evolved from 'Craefen' in Old English to 'Craven' in Modern English. The name is associated with traits of uniqueness and individuality, and it does not have biblical relevance. Craven gained popularity as a surname in medieval England and has notable figures associated with it.
The name Craven is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Craven has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Craven' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3918th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3370th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3729th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7360th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12589th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11350th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16607th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Craven' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Craven"
Pronunciation
/ˈkreɪvən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Craven is derived from the Old English word 'craefen', meaning 'raven', and it is believed to refer to a person who lived near a place where ravens were abundant.
Meaning
Raven
Language Evolution
Old English: Craefen, Middle English: Craven, Modern English: Craven
Historical Usage
The name Craven gained popularity as a surname in England during the Middle Ages, particularly in Yorkshire, and has since been used as a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Cravon, Cravenne, Crave
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Craven is perceived as an unusual name, often associated with a sense of uniqueness or individuality.
Famous People
Craven Moorehead, a fictional character, Craven A. Morehead, a notable figure in history, James Craven, a prominent artist
📊 Craven Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 12 peak births in 1956
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Craven"
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 "Craven"
"Craven" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3918th of 7545 | 67 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3370th of 6773 | 90 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3729th of 7552 | 85 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7360th of 10718 | 23 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12589th of 16616 | 16 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11350th of 24088 | 65 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16607th of 23106 | 20 |
Regional Popularity of "Craven" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
60.69% 1436th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
63.07% 1484th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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57.76% 1648th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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67.60% 3511th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Craven" 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 "Craven"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Craven" 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.