Brevan is an uncommon, yet captivating first name of Irish origin. It is derived from the ancient Irish given name 'Bréan,' which was quite popular among early Irish saints and chieftains. The name Brevan has a unique, almost musical quality to it, making it memorable despite its rarity. Its Irish Gaelic form, 'Bréan,' means "little Brendan," a nod to Saint Brendan the Navigator, a prominent figure in Irish hagiography. This historical connection adds an intriguing layer of depth to the name Brevan.
The name Brevan experienced a peak in popularity during the years 2000 to 2002 with 13, 20, and 15 births respectively, totaling 48 births over these three years alone. After 2002, its popularity began to decline steadily, reaching its lowest point in recent years with only 5 births each in 2016, 2017, and 2018, as well as in 2022. Over the entire period from 1997 to 2022, there were a total of 228 babies named Brevan.