Kavaris
A masculine name of uncertain origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 12 living Americans carry the first name Kavaris. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kavaris today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kavaris births was 2009 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kavaris. 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
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kavaris. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
12
~ 1 in 28,562,862 Americans
Peak year
2009
7 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2012 SSA rank
#13,257
Tracked since 2009
Popularity
Kavaris: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kavaris from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 7 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Kavaris remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kavaris 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 Kavaris during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kavaris
The given name Kavaris has its origins in the ancient cultures of the Mediterranean region, particularly in the Hellenic world of Greece and the surrounding areas. The name is derived from the Greek word "kavaro," which means "to boast" or "to brag." It is believed that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals who possessed a confident and self-assured demeanor.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kavaris dates back to the 5th century BCE, when it was mentioned in the writings of the renowned Greek historian Herodotus. In his accounts, Herodotus made reference to a prominent Athenian statesman named Kavaris, who played a significant role in the Persian Wars.
During the Hellenistic period, which spanned from the 4th to the 1st century BCE, the name Kavaris gained popularity across the Greek-speaking world. It was particularly prevalent in the regions of Ionia, Caria, and Lycia, which were located in modern-day Turkey.
In the realm of mythology, the name Kavaris was associated with a minor deity in the Greek pantheon. This deity was believed to be the personification of self-confidence and was often invoked by orators and public speakers seeking inspiration and eloquence.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Kavaris. One such individual was Kavaris of Corinth (c. 550 BCE - 480 BCE), a renowned sculptor and architect who contributed to the construction of the famous Temple of Artemis in Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Another notable bearer of the name was Kavaris of Halicarnassus (c. 490 BCE - 420 BCE), a Greek historian and writer who authored numerous works on the history and culture of the Ionian Greeks.
In the field of philosophy, Kavaris of Miletus (c. 535 BCE - 475 BCE) was a prominent figure of the pre-Socratic era. He is credited with being one of the earliest philosophers to explore the concept of the "infinite" and its relationship to the natural world.
During the Byzantine era, the name Kavaris found its way into the Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition. Saint Kavaris of Tarsus (c. 280 CE - 360 CE) was a revered figure in the early Christian Church, known for his unwavering faith and commitment to charitable works.
In the realm of literature, Kavaris of Alexandria (c. 170 BCE - 90 BCE) was a celebrated Greek poet and playwright who gained recognition for his vivid depictions of the human condition and the complexities of love and relationships.
While the name Kavaris may not be as common in modern times, its rich history and cultural significance spanning centuries serve as a testament to the enduring legacy of names rooted in the ancient Mediterranean world.
People
Kavaris + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kavaris as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kavaris: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kavaris?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 12 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kavaris 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 28,562,862 US residents.
Is Kavaris a common name?
We classify Kavaris as "Very Rare". It ranks above 32.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 12 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kavaris most popular?
The single biggest year for Kavaris was 2009, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kavaris is about 16 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 Kavaris in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kavaris a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kavaris 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 Kavaris still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kavaris 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 Kavaris 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 Americans are named Kavaris?
See how many Americans are named Kavaris on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.