gender neutral
Haven
safe place, shelter
About Haven
Imagine a name that embodies safety, warmth, and tranquility—that's exactly what Haven offers. This word-name has surged in popularity as parents increasingly embrace names with meaningful connotations rather than traditional nomenclature. Haven suggests a peaceful sanctuary, a safe harbor in life's storms, making it an especially poignant choice for parents who want their daughter's name to reflect the protection and love they provide. The single-syllable simplicity gives it strength while maintaining femininity. It's a name that works seamlessly from childhood through adulthood, never feeling juvenile or overly formal. Haven also offers versatility in combination with various middle names, whether you prefer classic pairings or more adventurous combinations. The growing trend of virtue and word names has positioned Haven as both contemporary and enduring.
Popularity of the Name Haven
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | #938 | |||
| 1998 | #925 | |||
| 1999 | #761 | |||
| 2000 | #776 | |||
| 2001 | #647 | |||
| 2002 | #636 | #925 | ||
| 2003 | #593 | |||
| 2004 | #668 | |||
| 2005 | #623 | #990 | ||
| 2006 | #612 | |||
| 2007 | #581 | #968 | ||
| 2008 | #621 | #883 | ||
| 2009 | #568 | #835 | ||
| 2010 | #647 | |||
| 2011 | #567 | #847 | ||
| 2012 | #433 | #722 | ||
| 2013 | #371 | #633 | ||
| 2014 | #327 | #393 | #591 | |
| 2015 | #328 | #726 | ||
| 2016 | #293 | #592 | ||
| 2017 | #296 | #281 | #748 | |
| 2018 | #311 | #483 | ||
| 2019 | #312 | #631 | ||
| 2020 | #312 | #511 | ||
| 2021 | #286 | #406 | ||
| 2022 | #285 | #305 | #408 | |
| 2023 | #218 | #348 | ||
| 2024 | #201 | #429 | #951 | #340 |
| 2025 | #190 | #371 | #937 | #362 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Haven
- Havena
- Havenna
- Havène
Names Similar to Haven
Nicknames for Haven
- Hav
- Havie
- Venny
- Hev
- Havi
Famous People Named Haven
| Haven Moses | American football player and coach |
| Haven Denney | American figure skater |
| Haven Gillespie | American lyricist and songwriter |
| Haven Kimmel | American author and poet |
| Haven Smith | American actress |
| Haven Taylor | American dancer |
| Haven Warren | Daughter of actress Jessica Alba and producer Cash Warren |
| Haven Staley | Daughter of American football player Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Amy Reimann |
| (As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, there may be more real famous individuals with the name Haven in the future |
Characters Named Haven
| Haven Hamilton | Character from the film "Nashville" - 1975 |
| Haven Garner Warren | Character from the webcomic "Manly Guys Doing Manly Things" |
| Haven Fairchild | Character from the TV series "Fairly Legal" |