Kavyn
A boy's name of Irish origin with 44 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Kavyn is a two-syllable boy's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 44 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
In the most recent SSA release, Kavyn ranks #11631 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Kavyn is a boy's baby name of Irish Gaelic origin, a variant of Cavin or Kevin — from the Old Irish Caoimhín, meaning 'gentle, kind, beloved' (from caomh, 'gentle, dear'). Saint Kevin of Glendalough (498-618 CE) was one of Ireland's most beloved saints, known for his extraordinary gentleness with animals and his hermit life in the Wicklow Mountains.
Kavyn carries Saint Kevin's extraordinary gentleness — the hermit of Glendalough who lived so simply that a blackbird nested in his outstretched hand. A name of Irish warmth and a gentleness so deep it becomes something almost otherworldly.
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Kavyn is cataloged under the Irish naming tradition. Celtic names carry the echoes of ancient insular traditions, often drawing from nature, warfare, and mythology.
In the U.S., Kavyn has been recorded as a boy's name since 2009, with 44 total births. Browse the Irish names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Kavyn has 7+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2009.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 13 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 25 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 6 | — |
The Story of Kavyn
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2011, Kavyn is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Kavyn are most likely born between 2009 and 2021.
How rare is Kavyn?
Only about 1 in every 600,000 babies born in 2024 was named Kavyn — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2009, peaked in the 2010s with 25 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(7 years, 2009–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 | #11631 |
| 2020 | 7 | #10086 |
| 2019 | 6 | #11463 |
| 2016 | 6 | #11459 |
| 2013 | 6 | #11466 |
| 2011 | 7 | #10207 |
| 2009 | 6 | #11738 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2009–2024