Kayvan
Meaning: Rock; wise child; home; restful place
Origin: Multiple origins — Turkish (rock), Japanese (yew tree, restful place), Native American Hopi (wise child, elder sister), and Scandinavian
History: A variant or related form of Kaya. Shares the meaning 'Rock; wise child; home; restful place.'
Similar names: kavan, kayan, kayana, kayani, kayanna, kayanni, kaivan, kaiyan
Name length: 6 letters
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Frequently asked about Kayvan
What does the name Kayvan mean?
Kayvan means “Rock; wise child; home; restful place” from Multiple origins — Turkish (rock), Japanese (yew tree, restful place), Native American Hopi (wise child, elder sister), and Scandinavian roots.
What is the origin of the name Kayvan?
Kayvan has Multiple origins — Turkish (rock), Japanese (yew tree, restful place), Native American Hopi (wise child, elder sister), and Scandinavian origin. The traditional meaning is “Rock; wise child; home; restful place”.
How popular is Kayvan?
Kayvan ranked #11673 in 2024 — given to 6 babies that year.
When was Kayvan most popular?
Kayvan peaked in 2013 with 11 babies registered that year.
Is Kayvan a boy or girl name?
Kayvan is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Kayvans in registered births are male.
Is the name Kayvan rising or falling in popularity?
Kayvan has fallen 2142 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9531 in 2019 to #11673 in 2024.
How long has Kayvan been recorded?
Kayvan appears in birth records across 21 years — from 1984 through 2024.