Nevaan
A boy's name of Irish origin with 178 recorded U.S. births.
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
Popularity Over Time
Nevaan has 14+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2010.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 35 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 143 | — |
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, 2010–2023)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | #13570 |
| 2022 | 5 | #13750 |
| 2021 | 14 | #6241 |
| 2020 | 11 | #7360 |
| 2019 | 13 | #6673 |
| 2018 | 21 | #4695 |
| 2017 | 13 | #6559 |
| 2016 | 18 | #5262 |
| 2015 | 18 | #5215 |
| 2014 | 21 | #4653 |
| 2013 | 11 | #7394 |
| 2012 | 17 | #5425 |
| 2011 | 6 | #11847 |
| 2010 | 5 | #13680 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2010–2023