Kiven Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKIV-en / /ˈkɪv.ən/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: handsome; English: a variant of Kevin
Historical & Cultural Background
Kiven is a name that has roots in both Irish and English cultures. In Irish, it is derived from the name Caoimhín, which means 'handsome' or 'gentle.' The name Kevin has been popular in various English-speaking countries, particularly in Ireland and the United States. Kiven is a less common variant that reflects modern naming trends.
Trend Summary
Kiven is a rare name and has not shown significant popularity trends in the U.S.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kiven
International Variants
- Caoimhín (Irish)
- Kevin (English)
Famous people named Kiven
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Fictional characters named Kiven
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kiven was first seen in the United States in 1955. Kiven has ranked as high as #1127 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Kiven has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kiven (1993)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 17 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |