Find out how popular the first name Ravene has been for the last 4 years (from 1991 to 1994) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ravene by gender

Based on the last 4 years of data, Ravene is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1994, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ravene.

The history of the first name Ravene

The name Ravene has its origins in Old English, deriving from the word "ræfn," which means "raven." This name can be traced back to the Anglo-Saxon period, around the 5th to 11th centuries AD, when it was likely used as a nickname or descriptive name for someone with dark hair or complexion, resembling the black feathers of a raven.

One of the earliest known references to the name Ravene can be found in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, a historical record compiled in the late 9th century. The name appears in an entry dated 878 AD, mentioning a person named "Ræfne" who was involved in a battle against the Danes.

In medieval times, the name Ravene was associated with strength, intelligence, and mystery, owing to the symbolic significance of ravens in various mythologies and folklore. In Norse mythology, the ravens Huginn and Muninn were the companions of the god Odin, representing thought and memory.

One notable figure associated with the name Ravene was Ravene de Burgogne (c. 1065 - c. 1125), a Crusader knight from Burgundy who participated in the First Crusade. He is mentioned in several contemporary accounts, including the Gesta Francorum, for his bravery and leadership during the siege of Antioch.

Another historical figure with this name was Ravene of Cornouailles (c. 1190 - c. 1260), a French noblewoman and trouvère (a composer and poet of lyrics for courtly romances). Her poetic works, though fragmentary, provide insights into the literary and cultural traditions of her time.

In the 14th century, there was a Ravene Fitzwilliam (c. 1315 - c. 1380), an English landowner and knight who served under Edward III during the Hundred Years' War. He is mentioned in contemporary records for his participation in the Battle of Crécy in 1346.

During the Renaissance period, the name Ravene was associated with the Italian humanist scholar and poet Ravene Crinito (1475 - 1507). Born in Florence, he was known for his works on classical literature and his correspondence with other prominent intellectuals of the time.

Another notable figure with this name was Ravene Monckton (1610 - 1676), an English politician and member of the Parliament during the English Civil War. He was known for his support of the Parliamentarian cause and his involvement in the trial and execution of King Charles I.

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