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Nevin

NEH-vin

Popularity

#3359

falling

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

Irish

Total Births

6,441

Peak Year

#146 in 2007

First Recorded

1888

Style

Earthy & Bohemian

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Nevin is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Ó Naoimhín, meaning "descendant of the little saint."

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • Nevin Harrison

    Canadian sprint canoeist, Olympic champion.

  • Nevin Scrimshaw

    American scientist, world food expert.

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Personality Traits

CharmingIntelligentKindCreative

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