Ayven
A gender-neutral name of uncertain origin, possibly meaning "river" or "little bird".
Name Census estimates that about 1,165 living Americans carry the first name Ayven. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 83.1% of registrations being male. The average person named Ayven today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ayven births was 2018 (222 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ayven. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Ayven with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Ayven is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 8 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.2K
~ 1 in 294,210 Americans
Peak year
2018
222 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,366
Tracked since 2005
Gender
Gender distribution for Ayven
Ayven leans heavily male at 83.1% of total registrations, but 198 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Ayven as a male name
- Ranked #2,366 in 2024
- 59 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2018 (168 births)
Ayven as a female name
- Ranked #12,309 in 2024
- 7 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2018 (54 births)
Popularity
Ayven: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ayven from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 684 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Ayven remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ayven by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ayven during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Ayvens live
The SSA's state-level files cover 17 states and territories. Texas, California, Florida recorded the most babies named Ayven, while Washington, Virginia, Mississippi recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 23 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ayven
The name Ayven is a relatively modern name with its origins shrouded in mystery. While its exact etymology is uncertain, it is believed to have roots in various cultures and languages.
One theory suggests that Ayven may have derived from the Hebrew name Avner, meaning "father of light" or "father's light." In this context, the name could be seen as a symbol of enlightenment and wisdom.
Another possible origin is the Celtic word "aven," which means "river" or "water." This connection could link the name to concepts of fluidity, movement, and the natural world.
Some linguists have also drawn parallels between Ayven and the Scandinavian name Ayvind, which means "friend of the wind." This interpretation could imbue the name with a sense of freedom, adventure, and a connection to the elements.
While historical references to the name Ayven are scarce, there are a few notable individuals who have borne this name throughout the ages.
One of the earliest recorded instances is Ayven of Northumbria, a 9th-century Anglo-Saxon scholar and monk renowned for his contributions to the preservation of ancient texts and the advancement of education.
In the 13th century, Ayven al-Andalusi was a prominent Moorish philosopher and mathematician from the Iberian Peninsula, known for his work on algebra and his influential treatises on logic and metaphysics.
During the Renaissance, Ayven della Rovere was an Italian painter and architect who worked on several notable commissions in Rome and Florence, leaving a lasting impact on the art and architecture of the era.
In more recent times, Ayven Jogia, born in 1992, is a Canadian actor and singer known for his roles in various television series and films, including "Victorious" and "Twisted."
Ayven Grewal, born in 1995, is a British entrepreneur and social media influencer who has gained recognition for her work in promoting body positivity and self-acceptance.
While the name Ayven may be relatively new, its potential origins and the individuals who have carried it throughout history suggest a rich tapestry of cultural influences, symbolism, and achievements.
People
Ayven + last name combinations
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FAQ
Ayven: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ayven?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,165 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ayven going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 294,210 US residents.
Is Ayven a common name?
We classify Ayven as "Rare". It ranks above 91.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,173 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ayven most popular?
The single biggest year for Ayven was 2018, when 222 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ayven is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ayven in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ayven a male name?
Yes, 83.1% of people registered as Ayven in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ayven still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ayven in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ayven can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Ayven?
You can see how many people share the name Ayven on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.