Nivan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNIV-an / /ˈnɪvən/Sanskrit; Irish
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'sacred'; Irish: 'little saint'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Nivan is derived from the word 'niva', which relates to sacredness and is often associated with spiritual contexts. In Irish culture, the name is linked to the term for a little saint, reflecting a tradition of naming children after revered figures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nivaan
- Niv
- Niven
International Variants
- Nivaan (Hindi)
- Niv (Hebrew)
Famous people named Nivan
Nivan K. — Indian actor.
Nivan K. — musician.
Fictional characters named Nivan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nivan was first seen in the United States in 2011. Nivan has ranked as high as #1350 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Nivan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nivan (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 15 |