Haven Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Haven originates from the Old English word 'hæfen,' meaning 'harbor' or 'refuge.' The name has evolved through various forms and is associated with traits of safety and tranquility. It has no biblical significance and gained popularity in the late 20th century as a nature-inspired name. Variants include Havyn and Havena, and it is currently seen as a peaceful, modern choice for a name.

The name Haven is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Haven has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Haven' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2038th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1959th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2406th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2302nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3093rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1288th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1425th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8598th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8072nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6154th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5007th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2225th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 660th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 299th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Haven' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Haven"

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Pronunciation

/ˈheɪ.vən/

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Origin

Old English

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Etymology

The name 'Haven' derives from the Old English word 'hæfen,' which means 'harbor' or 'refuge.' It conveys a sense of safety and shelter.

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Meaning

harbor, refuge, shelter

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Language Evolution

Old English: hæfen, Middle English: haven, Modern English: Haven

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as a given name, often used for both boys and girls, reflecting a trend towards nature-inspired names.

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Variants & Derivatives

Havyn, Havena

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Haven is perceived as a serene and peaceful name, often associated with safety and tranquility.

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Famous People

Haven Gillespie, an American songwriter, Haven Kimmel, an American author

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Haven"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Haven"

"Haven" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 2038th of 7545 248
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 1959th of 6773 256
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 2406th of 7552 218
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 2302nd of 10718 275
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 3093rd of 16616 294
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1288th of 24088 1,910
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1425th of 23106 1,522
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 8598th of 9107 6
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 8072nd of 9204 10
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 6154th of 12526 71
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 5007th of 19264 171
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 2225th of 27321 862
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 660th of 35406 6,810
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 299th of 30306 13,299

Regional Popularity of "Haven" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
79.45%
1125th/1416
86.58%
1194th/1379
84.53%
2000th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - 61.74%
2172nd/3518
57.34%
2319th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 67.60%
3511th/5194
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
31.34%
1436th/4582
41.17%
2126th/5164
16.83%
1231st/7313
20.57%
1535th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
39.33%
1567th/3984
51.59%
2315th/4487
20.42%
1393rd/6822
23.50%
1475th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Haven" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
100.00%
2937th/2937
- - 100.00%
4044th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
60.49%
2229th/3685
93.65%
4191st/4475
29.98%
1557th/5194
54.88%
3467th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
14.19%
650th/4582
25.58%
1321st/5164
6.67%
488th/7313
11.38%
849th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
6.75%
269th/3984
11.34%
509th/4487
3.47%
237th/6822
5.10%
320th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Haven"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Haven" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.