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Keaven

KEE-vin

Keaven is a boy’s name of Irish origin, meaning “An Anglicized form of Caoimhín, the Irish form of Kevin, meaning 'handsome birth' or 'gentle'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2006.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginIrish

What Keaven Means

An Anglicized form of Caoimhín, the Irish form of Kevin, meaning 'handsome birth' or 'gentle'.

The Story of Keaven

This name carries the gentle echo of ancient Ireland, a sound shaped by centuries and a meaning of inherent kindness.

Keaven is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Caoimhín, itself derived from the older Gaelic 'caomh,' meaning 'gentle' or 'handsome.' It traveled from the Emerald Isle to find a place in English-speaking naming traditions.

For your son, Keaven evokes a sense of quiet strength and gentle reassurance. It's a name for a boy who will grow into a kind and loyal man, someone whose patience and warmth are a steady presence.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Personality Traits

GentleKindPatientLoyal

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Peak Year

#8 in 2006

Total Births

39

First Recorded

1961

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