Kavian is a name of Persian origin, derived from the ancient Iranian language Avestan. The name means "having a good reputation" or "renowned," and it is believed to have originated as an epithet for the Zoroastrian deity Mithra, who was known for his truthfulness, justice, and goodness.
The name Kavian has been used historically among Persian-speaking communities, particularly in Iran and Tajikistan. It was also popularized in Western cultures through literary works such as "The Conference of the Birds" by Attar of Nishapur, where a character named Kavian appears.
In recent years, Kavian has gained international recognition as a unisex given name. Despite its historical roots, it remains relatively uncommon outside of Iran and Tajikistan, making it an attractive option for parents seeking a unique yet meaningful name for their child.
The name Kavian has seen a varied trend in its popularity over the past two decades in the United States. Between 1999 and 2022, there have been a total of 155 babies named Kavian born in the U.S.
The name's peak years seem to be around the late 2000s to early 2010s, with notable spikes in popularity during these periods:
* In 2009, Kavian was given to 16 newborns, marking the highest number of births for this name during the surveyed period.
* This high trend continued into the next year, with 11 babies named Kavian in 2010.
However, after these peak years, the popularity of the name seems to have declined. From 2013 onwards, the number of babies named Kavian has consistently remained below ten births per year:
* In 2013, there were 10 births.
* This dropped to 8 in both 2014 and 2015.
* The trend continued with 9 births in 2016, 8 in 2017, and 6 in both 2018 and 2019.
Interestingly, there was a slight resurgence in the popularity of the name Kavian in recent years:
* In 2020, there were 14 births, which is the second-highest number recorded during this period.
* This was followed by another 10 babies named Kavian in 2021.
Most recently, in 2022, the name Kavian was given to just 5 newborns. Despite this recent decrease, it's clear that Kavian has had its moments of popularity throughout the past two decades in the United States.