Gaven Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Gaven originates from the Welsh language, evolving from Gawain to Gavin. It signifies 'white hawk' or 'battle hawk'. Gaven has gained popularity in the 20th century as a unique variant of Gavin. The name is associated with strength and has a modern appeal, though it lacks direct biblical relevance.
The name Gaven is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Gaven 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, 'Gaven' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6632nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2626th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 952nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3400th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Gaven' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gaven"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡeɪvən/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Gaven is derived from the Welsh name 'Gavin', which itself originates from the Old Welsh name 'Gawain', meaning 'white hawk' or 'battle hawk'.
Meaning
white hawk, battle hawk
Language Evolution
Gawain, Gavin, Gaven
Historical Usage
Gaven gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of the more common name Gavin.
Variants & Derivatives
Gavin, Gav, Gavie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Gaven is perceived as a modern and unique name that carries a sense of strength and character.
Famous People
Gaven W. M. Tan - a notable artist, Gaven D. B. Lee - a recognized athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gaven"
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 "Gaven"
"Gaven" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6632nd of 10718 | 32 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2626th of 16616 | 375 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 952nd of 24088 | 3,027 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3400th of 23106 | 398 |
Regional Popularity of "Gaven" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- |
41.05% 2593rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.84% 726th/4582 |
22.35% 1154th/5164 |
13.24% 968th/7313 |
15.24% 1137th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.57% 2692nd/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
51.19% 3492nd/6822 |
63.67% 3996th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Gaven" 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 "Gaven"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gaven" 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.