Will my child share the name Kavin with classmates?

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

Is Kavin becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Kavin is rising: up 296 places since 2020, to #2,664 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #1,303 in 2011.

Is Kavin a good choice for a distinctive name?

Kavin 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 Kavin a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Kavin

Kavin is steadily gaining in popularity, up 38 places over the past five years. Its best recorded rank was #1303 in 2011, and it currently sits at #2922. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1997.

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