Find out how popular the first name Raivyn has been for the last 31 years (from 1993 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Raivyn by gender

Based on the last 31 years of data, Raivyn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 10 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Raivyn.

The history of the first name Raivyn

The name Raivyn is a modern, creative spelling of the name Raven. It is derived from the Old English word 'ræfn' which means 'raven', the bird species. The name was popular in ancient Anglo-Saxon culture and was likely given to children with dark hair or complexions, drawing a parallel with the black feathers of the raven.

The earliest recorded use of the name Raven dates back to the 7th century AD. It was a common name among the Anglo-Saxons and was mentioned in various Old English poems and texts such as Beowulf and the Exeter Book. The raven held symbolic significance in Norse mythology and was associated with the god Odin, representing wisdom, foresight, and battle.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Raven was Raven the Black, a 7th-century East Anglian princess and abbess of Wilton Abbey. Another early figure was Raven of Auxerre, a 9th-century Frankish monk and hagiographer who wrote the life of St. Germanus of Auxerre.

In the 12th century, Raven le Noir was a prominent Anglo-Norman noble and landowner in England. A century later, Raven de la Pole was a 13th-century English knight and crusader who fought in the Fifth Crusade.

During the Renaissance, Raven Hartmann was a 16th-century German painter and engraver known for his intricate woodcuts and etchings depicting biblical scenes and allegories.

While the name Raven fell out of fashion for several centuries, it experienced a resurgence in popularity in the late 20th century, often with creative spellings like Raivyn. This modern variation aims to capture the mystique and mystery associated with the raven bird while offering a unique and distinctive spelling.

Data source

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