| Meaning | handsome, gentle |
| Origin | Gaelic, Irish, Modern |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ka-ven |
About Kaven
A contemporary twist on traditional sounds, Kaven presents itself as crisp and straightforward. The name demonstrates how slight variations can create entirely fresh options while maintaining familiarity. Two syllables make it easy to call out across a playground or incorporate into middle name combinations.
The hard 'K' opening gives it punch and presence, while the 'aven' ending softens the overall effect. This balance makes Kaven adaptable to different personalities and life paths. Parents who select this name often appreciate its modern sensibility without trendy gimmicks.
The spelling is intuitive, which means fewer corrections throughout life—a practical consideration that shouldn't be underestimated. Kaven works well with both traditional and contemporary surnames, showing flexibility that parents value when considering how the full name will sound. The name suggests someone approachable yet capable, friendly yet professional. It's neither too common nor too obscure, occupying that desirable middle ground where distinction meets accessibility.
Nicknames for Kaven
| Kav |
| Ken |
| K.V. |
| Kavvy |
| Kenny |
Famous People Named Kaven
| Kaven Benoit | Canadian motocross racer |
| Kaven Sirois | Canadian actor |
| Kaven Richard | Mauritian footballer |
| Kaven Bernard | Seychellois swimmer |
| Kaven Sinclair | Australian musician |
| Kaven Brown | Canadian athlete |
| Kaven Alstott | American soccer player |
| Kaven Fournier | Canadian artist |
| Kaven Xzavier | American musician |
| Kaven Hoo | Malaysian photographer |
| Kaven Moreau | French dancer |
| Kaven Donaldson | Canadian chef |
| Kaven Girouard | Canadian judoka |
| Kaven Dufour | Canadian snowboarder |
| Kaven Philibert | Seychellois footballer |
| Kaven Lavoie | Canadian journalist |
| Kaven Guertin | Canadian fencer |
| Kaven Vachon | Canadian designer |
| Kaven Baker | American filmmaker |
Characters Named Kaven
| Kaven Oth | Character in the "Star Wars" universe |
| Kaven Drell | Character in the "Dragon Age" video game series |
| Kaven Windstrike | Character in the "Warhammer" universe |
| Kaven Hearth | Character in the "Eragon" book series |
| Kaven Despereaux | Character in the "Redwall" book series |
| Kaven Eldar | Character in the "Forgotten Realms" novels |
| Kaven Thombo | Character in the "Battletech" universe |
| Kaven Kotor | Character in the "World of Warcraft" game |
| Kaven Hawk | Character in the "Shadowrun" role-playing game |
| Kaven Lightfinger | Character in the "Guild Wars" game |
| Kaven Black | Character in the "Elder Scrolls" universe |
| Kaven Swift | Character in the "Thieves' World" book series |
| Kaven Darkwatch | Character in the "EverQuest" game |
| Kaven Nightstrider | Character in the "Runescape" game |
| Kaven Stormrider | Character in the "Dungeons & Dragons" universe |