Kervin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kervin originates from the Irish Gaelic name 'Cairbhinn', meaning 'friend' and 'sweet'. It has evolved from 'Cairbhinn' to its current form, Kervin. The name is linked with positive traits such as friendliness and warmth. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with Kervin, and it has gained popularity primarily in the 20th century among those with Irish roots.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kervin"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛrvɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Kervin is derived from the Gaelic name 'Cairbhinn', which is composed of the elements 'cair' meaning 'friend' and 'binne' meaning 'sweet' or 'melodious'.
Meaning
friend, sweet
Language Evolution
Cairbhinn, Kervin
Historical Usage
Kervin has gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among families with Irish heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Kervyn, Cervin, Kerv
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kervin is seen as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Kervin Bell, Kervin B. Johnson
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 46 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
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 "Kervin"
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 "Kervin"
"Kervin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5372nd of 6773 | 17 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2584th of 7552 | 191 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2053rd of 10718 | 333 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2164th of 16616 | 494 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4362nd of 24088 | 318 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6884th of 23106 | 141 |
Regional Popularity of "Kervin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
68.91% 1966th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
42.38% 1476th/3483 |
50.88% 1790th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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24.98% 1118th/4475 |
30.55% 1587th/5194 |
58.33% 3685th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
58.11% 3001st/5164 |
38.10% 2786th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kervin" 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 "Kervin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kervin" 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 "Kervin" in the United States
The name Kervin is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Kervin has been 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kervin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5372nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2584th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2053rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2164th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4362nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6884th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kervin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.