| Meaning | handsome, beautiful |
| Origin | Gaelic, Irish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ca-van |
About Cavan
Strength and Celtic heritage merge in this robust name that evokes rugged landscapes and timeless traditions. Cavan delivers a powerful first impression with its firm consonants and authoritative sound, suggesting both reliability and adventure. The name feels grounded and substantial, perfect for parents seeking something with historical depth yet contemporary wearability. Cavan's straightforward spelling eliminates pronunciation confusion while maintaining an exotic appeal that distinguishes it from more common choices. This name suits active, spirited children who grow into capable, confident adults. Its two-syllable structure provides nice rhythm without being cumbersome, and it combines effortlessly with various naming styles. Cavan represents excellent choice for families valuing heritage, strength, and names that command respect while remaining approachable and warm.
Names Similar to Cavan
| Caden |
| Calvin |
| Camden |
| Cameron |
| Callum |
| Carson |
| Carter |
| Casey |
| Charles |
| Christian |
| Christopher |
| Connor |
Nicknames for Cavan
| Cav |
| Van |
Famous People Named Cavan
| Cavan Biggio | Professional baseball player |
| Cavan Kendall | British actor |
| Cavan Scott | British author |
| Cavan McCarthy | Irish footballer |
| Cavan Clerkin | British actor |
| Cavan Thomas | American musician |
| Cavan Fyans | Australian cricketer |
| Cavan McLaughlin | Canadian actor |
| Cavan Cordell | American musician |
| Cavan Hagan | American football player |
| Cavan Gray | Australian rules footballer |
| Cavan Reed | American actor |
| Cavan O'Keefe | Irish cricketer |
| Cavan Scott-Jenkins | Welsh rugby player |
| Cavan O'Connor | Irish boxer |
| Cavan Redmond | Irish politician |
| Cavan Groogan | Irish footballer |
| Cavan Grogan | Irish rugby player |
| Cavan Comerford | Irish cricketer |
Characters Named Cavan
| Cavan Adams | Character from the book "The Giver" by Lois Lowry |
| Cavan Drake | Character from the video game "Mass Effect" |
| Cavan Brady | Character from the TV series "The Black Donnellys" |
| Cavan Brooks | Character from the book "Everneath" by Brodi Ashton |
| Cavan Butler | Character from the TV series "Heartland" |
| Cavan MacGown | Character from the book "The Child Thief" by Brom |
| Cavan Renwick | Character from the TV series "Skins" |
| Cavan De Braganza | Character from the book "The Shining Pyramid" by Arthur Machen |
| Cavan VanDusen | Character from the TV series "The Young and the Restless" |
| Cavan Rourke | Character from the book "Crimson Rising" by Nick James |
| Cavan Chamberlain | Character from the TV series "Numb3rs" |
| Cavan Carmichael | Character from the book "The Invincible Iron Man" |
| Cavan Wolfe | Character from the TV series "Fringe" |
| Cavan Mannion | Character from the TV series "Murder One" |
| Cavan Scott | Character from the book "Doctor Who - Night of the Humans" by Cavan Scott |
| Cavan Kendris | Character from the book "Rebel" by Amy Tintera |
| Cavan Moran | Character from the TV series "Dalziel and Pascoe" |
| Cavan Fairbrother | Character from the book "Anathem" by Neal Stephenson |
| Cavan Kelly | Character from the TV series "Taggart" |
| Cavan Marnier | Character from the book "Love's Serenade" by Carol Lynne |