Hayven
A modern invented name likely intended to relate to "heaven".
Name Census estimates that about 1,638 living Americans carry the first name Hayven. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 84.7% of registrations being female. The average person named Hayven today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Hayven births was 2016 (112 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Hayven. 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.
Key insights
- • Hayven is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 12 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.6K
~ 1 in 209,252 Americans
Peak year
2016
112 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2023 SSA rank
#3,184
Tracked since 1996
Gender
Gender distribution for Hayven
Hayven leans heavily female at 84.7% of total registrations, but 252 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Hayven as a male name
- Ranked #9,210 in 2023
- 8 male births in 2023
- Peak: 2009 (23 births)
Hayven as a female name
- Ranked #3,184 in 2024
- 50 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2016 (97 births)
Popularity
Hayven: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Hayven from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 873 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Hayven remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Hayven 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 Hayven during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Hayvens live
The SSA's state-level files cover 16 states and territories. Texas, California, North Carolina recorded the most babies named Hayven, while Virginia, Missouri, Michigan recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 21 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Hayven
The name Hayven is a relatively modern invention, first appearing in the late 20th century. It is an English name derived from the word "haven," which means a place of safety or refuge. The name likely emerged as a combination of the words "heaven" and "haven," reflecting a desire for a name that conveys a sense of security and peace.
While the name Hayven does not have a long historical lineage, it has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its rising popularity can be attributed to the increasing trend of creating unique and unconventional names, often inspired by words or concepts that evoke positive connotations.
Despite its modern origins, the name Hayven has been adopted by a few notable individuals. One of the earliest recorded instances is Hayven Treviño, an American actress born in 1988, known for her roles in television series such as "Liv and Maddie" and "Dog with a Blog." Another individual named Hayven is Hayven Sorich, an American model and social media influencer born in 1996.
In the realm of sports, Hayven Portillo, an American volleyball player born in 1994, has made a name for herself as a member of the Puerto Rican national volleyball team. Additionally, Hayven Burch, a Canadian soccer player born in 1999, has represented Canada at the youth international level.
While not as well-known, there are also a few historical figures who share the name Hayven. One example is Hayven Tate, an English writer and poet who lived in the late 18th century, known for his works exploring themes of nature and spirituality.
It is worth noting that while the name Hayven has gained popularity in recent times, it remains a relatively uncommon name, particularly in comparison to more traditional names. Nevertheless, its unique sound and meaning have resonated with parents seeking a name that conveys a sense of peace and sanctuary for their child.
People
Hayven + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Hayven as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Hayven: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Hayven?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,638 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Hayven 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 209,252 US residents.
Is Hayven a common name?
We classify Hayven as "Rare". It ranks above 92.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,652 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Hayven most popular?
The single biggest year for Hayven was 2016, when 112 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Hayven is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Hayven a female name?
Yes, 84.7% of people registered as Hayven in the SSA data are female. 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.
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.