Will my child share the name Kavan with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 8 UK babies named Kavan per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Kavan in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Kavan becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Kavan is declining: down 588 places since 2020, to #2,664 in 2025. It peaked at #629 in 1998.

Is Kavan a good choice for a distinctive name?

Kavan 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 Kavan a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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Kavan is a distinctive choice, ranked #2664 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Kavan in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Kavan

Kavan has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 596 places in five years. It was most popular in 1998 at #629 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

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