Haven Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAY-vin / /ˈheɪ.vən/English; Old English
Meaning
English: safe place; Old English: harbor
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Haven has roots in English and Old English, where it signifies a place of safety or refuge. It has gained popularity in modern times as a unisex name, though it is often used for boys. The name reflects a sense of security and comfort, appealing to many parents seeking meaningful names for their children.
Trend Summary
Haven has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Haven was first seen in the United States in 1899. Haven has ranked as high as #1207 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Haven has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Haven (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 12 | |
| CA | 10 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| MI | 7 | |
| PA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 25 |
| 1919 | 18 |
| 1920 | 21 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 20 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1926 | 17 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 28 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 15 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 22 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 16 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 19 |
| 1947 | 20 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 28 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1978 | 46 |
| 1979 | 34 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 51 |
| 1998 | 51 |
| 1999 | 66 |
| 2000 | 72 |
| 2001 | 99 |
| 2002 | 102 |
| 2003 | 112 |
| 2004 | 117 |
| 2005 | 135 |
| 2006 | 135 |
| 2007 | 181 |
| 2008 | 180 |
| 2009 | 151 |
| 2010 | 164 |
| 2011 | 134 |
| 2012 | 160 |
| 2013 | 137 |
| 2014 | 159 |
| 2015 | 138 |
| 2016 | 129 |
| 2017 | 116 |
| 2018 | 100 |
| 2019 | 116 |
| 2020 | 117 |
| 2021 | 136 |
| 2022 | 127 |
| 2023 | 125 |
| 2024 | 122 |