Kevaughn

“Kevaughn is an anglicized variant of the Irish name Caoimhín, often interpreted as 'handsome' or 'commander of the army”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#11479US 2021

6Births / yr

↓Falling

321All-time births

📅 Since 199000

What does Kevaughn mean and where does it come from?

Kevaughn is an anglicized variant of the Irish name Caoimhín, often interpreted as 'handsome' or 'commander of the army.' It has gained traction within the African-American community as a unique spin on the more traditional Kevin, becoming popular in the late 20th century. There are several notable

Cultural significance

Kevaughn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of irish.

Peak popularity

Reached #3899 in 2000 — currently #11479 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kevaughn?

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

Kevaughn Grace

How popular is Kevaughn right now?

Falling — down 278 spots — currently #11479 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2021#11479 · Top 8.5%

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2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#11479	6	▼ down 278
2015	#11201	6	▼ down 3846 · -45% births
2010	#7355	11	▲ up 59 · +10% births
2005	#7414	10	▼ down 3515 · -52% births
2000	#3899	21	▲ up 852 · +62% births
1995	#4751	13	▲ up 4608 · +160% births
1990	#9359	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kevaughn

Best Year2000Rank #3899

Peak Count21

Average Rank#7923

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20217 years

The story of Kevaughn

Kevaughn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1990. With 321 total births recorded, Kevaughn remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9359 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11479 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Kevaughn in 2000:

Jacob Michael Matthew Joshua Christopher

Kevaughn by decade

Kevaughn peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	99
2000s ★	146
2010s	76

💎Kevaughn has only 321 total recorded births since 1990 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kevaughn?

Common

KevKevieKevyEvaughn

What names sound and feel like Kevaughn?

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

Jevaughn

American · Derived from the

Levaughn

American · a variant of

Tevaughn

American · Variant of Tavon,

Sevaughn

American · a variant of

Devaughn

American · English

Trevaughn

American · large village

Drevaughn

American · English

Delvaughn

American · From the little

Common questions about the name Kevaughn

What does the name Kevaughn mean?

Kevaughn means "Irish" — 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 Kevaughn?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kevaughn?

Kevaughn 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.

Is Kevaughn trending right now?

Kevaughn is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Kevaughn a common or rare name?

Kevaughn is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.