Nevan

Nevan is an Irish variant of the English name Niven, which has its origin in Naomhain. The translation of the name is 'the little saint.'

What does the name Nevan mean?

Nevan is an Irish spelling of the name Niven, derived from Naomhain. The meaning of the name is 'the little saint.' It comes from the Gaelic word naomh, which means 'holy' or 'blessed,' complemented by a diminutive form. Alternatively, the variants Naomhan or Nevin also exist.

Where does the name Nevan come from?

Nevan is a masculine first name of Gaelic origin, meaning 'the saint.' The Gaelic word combination consists of naomh for 'holy' and blessed. The language is Irish.

How do you pronounce Nevan?

The pronunciation of Nevan is two syllables and pleasant. The name is pronounced as 'Ne-van' [ˈneːvan], with the first part starting with a long E sound that conveys brightness. The V creates a gentle tension in the transition, and the ending '-van' sounds stable and rounded. Overall, Nevan gives a friendly, modern, and harmonious impression.

When is the name day of Nevan?

The name day of Nevan is celebrated on September 13.

Popularity

In Germany, Nevan is a relatively common first name. Currently, it ranks 4,024th on the list of the most popular male baby names. Its best ranking was in 2005 when it reached 827th place. In the last ten years, Nevan has been given as a first name around 40 times, placing it 3,754th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 4,300th.

Nicknames & pet names

Nevi

Famous people

• Nevan (A main character in the story 'The lost crown')