Kaveah

“A modern name, possibly meaning 'cave' or 'hollow' in Hawaiian.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9942US 2023

10Births / yr

↓Falling

51All-time births

📅 Since 201200

How to pronounce Kaveah

KAH·VEE·AH

/ˈkɑ.ˈviː.ˈɑ/ · stress on KAH · 4 syllables

“A modern name, possibly meaning 'cave' or 'hollow' in Hawaiian.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Kaveah mean and where does it come from?

Kaveah is a recent addition to the list of contemporary names in the United States. While its exact origins are unclear, it is possibly connected to Hawaiian language roots, where 'kaveah' can relate to natural landscapes. As a unique name, it signifies a trend toward adopting names that convey conn

Cultural significance

Kaveah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern name, possibly meaning 'cave' or 'hollow' in hawaiian..

Peak popularity

Reached #11858 in 2014 — currently #9942 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kaveah?

Kaveah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kaveah Grace

How popular is Kaveah right now?

Falling — down 601 spots — currently #9942 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#9942 · Top 7.3%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9942	10	▼ down 601 · -9% births
2022	#9341	11	▲ up 3501 · +57% births
2021	#12842	7	▼ down 973 · -12% births
2020	#11869	8	▲ up 2426 · +14% births
2015	#14295	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kaveah

Best Year2022Rank #9341

Peak Count11

Average Rank#11658

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Kaveah

Kaveah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2012. With 51 total births recorded, Kaveah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14295 in 2015 to #9942 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kaveah in 2014:

Emma Olivia Sophia Isabella Ava

💎Kaveah has only 51 total recorded births since 2012 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kaveah?

Common

KavKavieKavyAveah

What names sound and feel like Kaveah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kaveah also consider these

Kameah

American · Modern variation of

American · A modern invented

Javeah

American · Unknown

Kaleah

English · Kaleah is often

Aveah

American · Living one, life

Common questions about the name Kaveah

What does the name Kaveah mean?

Kaveah means "A modern name, possibly meaning 'cave' or 'hollow' in Hawaiian." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Kaveah?

Kaveah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kaveah have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kaveah?

Kaveah originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Kaveah?

Kaveah is a four-syllable name pronounced K AA1 V IY1 AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Kaveah?

Kaveah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.