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Nevaan

A boy's name of Irish origin with 178 recorded U.S. births.

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Meaning & Origin

illative singular of neva

Nevaan is a boy's baby name of Irish origin, a variant of Nevan or Neven — from the Irish Naomhán, a diminutive of naomh meaning 'holy' or 'saint.' Saint Naomhán was an early Irish monk; the name has been used in Ireland since the early medieval period.

The Nevaan spelling gives this ancient Celtic saint's name a contemporary American look — keeping its spiritual root while offering a distinctive form that feels both modern and deeply rooted.

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Nevaan first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 2010. A twenty-first-century entry, Nevaan belongs to the newest generation of American names — often coined, blended, or borrowed from international sources.

Its Irish classification suggests a path from irish linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.

At a Glance

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Current Rank
178
Total births
Since 2010
2014
Peak year
21 births
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Popularity Over Time

Nevaan has 14+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2010.

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First appeared: 2010Peak: 2014 (21 births)

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Nevaan
DecadeBirthsTrend
2020s35
2010s143

The Story of Nevaan

A Gen Alpha name

Peaking in 2014, Nevaan is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Nevaan are most likely born between 2010 and 2023.

How rare is Nevaan?

With fewer than 500 recorded births, Nevaan is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 2010, peaked in the 2010s with 143 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.

Nevaan by the numbers

  • Would fill 4 school buses

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(14 years, 20102023)
Year-by-year popularity data for the name Nevaan
YearBirthsRank
20235#13570
20225#13750
202114#6241
202011#7360
201913#6673
201821#4695
201713#6559
201618#5262
201518#5215
201421#4653
201311#7394
201217#5425
20116#11847
20105#13680

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nevaan a boy's or girl's name?
Nevaan is primarily a boy's name.
When was Nevaan most popular?
Nevaan reached its peak popularity in 2014 with 21 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.
How popular is the name Nevaan?
Nevaan is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 178 babies in the U.S. since 2010. Its peak was in 2014.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 20102023