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Keiven

Male

« Keiven is a distinctive Welsh name derived from "cyfan," meaning "complete." It combines elements of the names Kedwyn ("battle" & "blessed") and Evan (diminutive of Iefan, "God is gracious"). »

#23595 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Keiven is a unique and distinctive given name of Welsh origin. It is derived from the ancient Welsh word "cyfan," which means "complete" or "whole." The name Keiven was likely created by combining the first part of the Welsh name "Kedwyn" with the second part of the Welsh name "Evan." Kedwyn comes from the Welsh elements "ced," meaning "battle," and "wilyn," meaning "blessed"; Evan is a diminutive form of the Welsh name Iefan, which means "God is gracious." The name Keiven is not particularly common in Wales or elsewhere, but it has gained some popularity as a given name in recent years. It may have been popularized by celebrities such as American actor Keivan Morzadi or Welsh rugby player Keiron Lucas. Overall, Keiven is a unique and meaningful given name with ancient Welsh roots. Its rarity makes it stand out, while its meaning lends it depth and significance.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Keiven since 1880

Total births
37
Total since 1880
Peak year
1975
6 births
in 2006
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0% →
vs previous 5 years