Nevan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEV-an / ˈnɛvənIrish; Scottish
Meaning
Irish: 'little saint'; Scottish: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nevan is derived from the Irish name 'Niamh', which means 'bright' or 'radiant'. It has been used in various forms across Ireland and Scotland. The name has historical significance in Irish mythology, often associated with figures of beauty and nobility. In contemporary times, Nevan has gained popularity as a unique name choice in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Nevan has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nevin
International Variants
- Noé (French)
Famous people named Nevan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nevan was first seen in the United States in 1986. Nevan has ranked as high as #1267 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Nevan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nevan (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 32 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 57 |
| 2003 | 63 |
| 2004 | 75 |
| 2005 | 65 |
| 2006 | 69 |
| 2007 | 69 |
| 2008 | 57 |
| 2009 | 72 |
| 2010 | 49 |
| 2011 | 52 |
| 2012 | 42 |
| 2013 | 43 |
| 2014 | 44 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 17 |