Taven
Taven is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invented name, possibly derived from Haven or Tavin.
Origin and history
Taven is a modern invented name that gained traction in the United States during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. It likely arose as a blend of names like Tavin, Tavenner, or Haven. It remains a relatively rare choice for American boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,706 babies in the United States have been named Taven since 1880. It ranks #3078 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1756.
States where it is most popular
- TX (21.3 %)
- CA (10.8 %)
- UT (10.1 %)
- OH (8.7 %)
- OK (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 129 |
| 2000-2010 | 714 |
| 2010-2019 | 687 |
| 2020-2029 | 171 |
Fun facts
- Taven emerged alongside popular late-1990s and 2000s name trends favoring two-syllable names ending in '-en'.
- Taven is the main protagonist of the 2006 video game Mortal Kombat: Armageddon, which introduced the name to popular media.