Keven Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KEV-en /ˈkɛvən/
Origin: Irish; English
Meaning: Irish: handsome; English: variant of Kevin
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Keven is derived from the Irish name Caoimhín, which itself originates from the Old Irish name Caomhghin, meaning "gentle" or "kind." The name evolved through various linguistic forms, transitioning from Old Irish to Middle Irish as Caoimhín, and eventually to the anglicized version, Kevin, which became prominent in English-speaking countries. The introduction of the name into English can be traced back to the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many Irish names were adapted into English forms, leading to the eventual emergence of Keven as a variant of Kevin.
Historically, the name Kevin has significant roots in early Christian Ireland, particularly associated with Saint Kevin, a 6th-century abbot and founder of the monastic settlement at Glendalough in County Wicklow. His life and works were documented in various hagiographies, notably in the 12th century, which contributed to the name's enduring popularity among Irish Christians.
Saint Kevin's feast day is celebrated on June 3rd, and he is often depicted in art and literature as a symbol of piety and devotion, further solidifying the name's cultural resonance. The name Keven, while less common than its original form Kevin, carries similar connotations of kindness and gentleness.
In various cultures, names that signify positive traits have historically been favored, contributing to their longevity across generations. The enduring legacy of Saint Kevin and the gentle qualities associated with the name have allowed it to maintain a presence in various forms, reflecting the broader cultural values of compassion and benevolence.
Famous people named Keven
In this section, you will find notable people named Keven. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Keven who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Keven who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Keven Mealamu is a former rugby player best known for his time with the New Zealand national team and the Auckland Blues.
Keven Jones is a former professional American football player best known for his time with the New York Jets and the San Diego Chargers.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keven was first seen in the United States in 1930.
Keven has ranked as high as #1096 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Keven has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Keven is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Keven was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Keven (2020)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Keven.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 14 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2016 | 62 |
| 2015 | 50 |
| 2014 | 62 |
| 2013 | 84 |
| 2012 | 90 |
| 2011 | 110 |
| 2010 | 163 |
| 2009 | 156 |
| 2008 | 176 |
| 2007 | 201 |
| 2006 | 210 |
| 2005 | 191 |
| 2004 | 181 |
| 2003 | 225 |
| 2002 | 198 |
| 2001 | 188 |
| 2000 | 199 |
| 1999 | 186 |
| 1998 | 185 |
| 1997 | 166 |
| 1996 | 158 |
| 1995 | 153 |
| 1994 | 187 |
| 1993 | 139 |
| 1992 | 143 |
| 1991 | 146 |
| 1990 | 114 |
| 1989 | 108 |
| 1988 | 107 |
| 1987 | 112 |
| 1986 | 81 |
| 1985 | 96 |
| 1984 | 97 |
| 1983 | 94 |
| 1982 | 88 |
| 1981 | 82 |
| 1980 | 85 |
| 1979 | 96 |
| 1978 | 123 |
| 1977 | 132 |
| 1976 | 106 |
| 1975 | 78 |
| 1974 | 90 |
| 1973 | 111 |
| 1972 | 137 |
| 1971 | 135 |
| 1970 | 166 |
| 1969 | 140 |
| 1968 | 144 |
| 1967 | 161 |
| 1966 | 144 |
| 1965 | 145 |
| 1964 | 166 |
| 1963 | 149 |
| 1962 | 147 |
| 1961 | 108 |
| 1960 | 139 |
| 1959 | 101 |
| 1958 | 136 |
| 1957 | 127 |
| 1956 | 134 |
| 1955 | 79 |
| 1954 | 80 |
| 1953 | 47 |
| 1952 | 37 |
| 1951 | 44 |
| 1950 | 24 |
| 1949 | 20 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1930 | 5 |