Craven Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKRAY-vən / ˈkreɪ.vənEnglish; Old French
Meaning
English: raven; Old French: crow
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Craven has English origins, derived from a place name meaning 'crow's valley.' It was used as a surname before becoming a given name. The name is associated with the Old French word 'cravant,' which means 'raven.' Craven has historical ties to various locations in England.
Trend Summary
Craven has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Crayven
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Craven was first seen in the United States in 1916. Craven has ranked as high as #1088 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has been most popular in North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Craven has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Craven (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2016 | 7 |