Cavin
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Noble friend, elf friend
Origin: Old English/Germanic
Popularity: Ranked #9061 in 2025 with 8 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Alvin. Shares the meaning 'Noble friend, elf friend.'
Similar names: calvin, cain, caiani, caine, calin, calina, camina, carin
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Cavin? About 1 in 416,063 babies born in 2025 were named Cavin, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Cavin
What does the name Cavin mean?
Cavin means “Noble friend, elf friend” from Old English/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Cavin?
Cavin has Old English/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Noble friend, elf friend”.
How popular is Cavin?
Cavin ranked #8910 in 2025 — given to 8 babies that year.
When was Cavin most popular?
Cavin peaked in 1981 with 56 babies registered that year.
Is Cavin a boy or girl name?
Cavin is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Cavins in registered births are male.
Is the name Cavin rising or falling in popularity?
Cavin has fallen 2843 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #6067 in 2020 to #8910 in 2025.
How long has Cavin been recorded?
Cavin appears in birth records across 72 years — from 1954 through 2025.