Nevan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nevan is of Irish origin, meaning 'heavenly' or 'blessed'. It evolved from the name Neamhain and has been used in Ireland for centuries. The name is associated with positive traits and has no direct biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in recent generations, particularly among those celebrating Irish heritage.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nevan"
Pronunciation
/ˈnɛvən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Nevan is derived from the Irish name 'Neamhain', which means 'heavenly' or 'blessed'.
Meaning
heavenly, blessed
Language Evolution
Neamhain, Nevan
Historical Usage
The name Nevan has been traditionally used in Ireland and has gained popularity in the 20th and 21st centuries, particularly among those with Irish heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Nev, Nevin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nevan is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with a strong cultural identity.
Famous People
Nevan Donham, a notable Irish artist, Nevan McGuinness, an influential musician
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Nevan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 75 peak births in 2004
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in California
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 "Nevan"
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 "Nevan"
"Nevan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7482nd of 16616 | 68 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2334th of 24088 | 794 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4069th of 23106 | 307 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Nevan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.15% 2252nd/4582 |
44.42% 2294th/5164 |
35.57% 2601st/7313 |
29.09% 2171st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
69.39% 4734th/6822 |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Nevan" 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 "Nevan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nevan" 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 "Nevan" in the United States
The name Nevan is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nevan 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, 'Nevan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7482nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2334th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4069th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Nevan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.