Will my child share the name Cavan with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 9 UK babies named Cavan per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Cavan in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Cavan becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Cavan is rising: up 520 places since 2020, to #2,440 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #398 in 1998.

Is Cavan a good choice for a distinctive name?

Cavan is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Cavan a popular baby name in the United States?

Cavan does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Cavan is a distinctive choice, ranked #2440 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Cavan in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Cavan

Cavan is steadily gaining in popularity, up 38 places over the past five years. Its best recorded rank was #398 in 1998, and it currently sits at #2922. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Cavan is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Cavan in their class.