Raeven

“raven” — Associated with intelligence and mysticism

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10963US 2023

9Births / yr

↑Rising

754All-time births

📅 Since 198200

How to pronounce Raeven

RAH·EE·vin

/ˈrɑ.ˈiː.vɪn/ · stress on RAH · 3 syllables

“raven”

Associated with intelligence and mysticism · American origin

What does Raeven mean and where does it come from?

Raeven is a variant spelling of the name Raven, which is of English origin. The name is derived from the bird of the same name, often associated with intelligence and mysticism. Raeven has gained popularity as a unique alternative, especially in the United States since the late 20th century. The nam

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #2029 in 1993 — currently #10963 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Raeven?

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

Raeven Grace

How popular is Raeven right now?

Rising fast — up 67 spots — currently #10963 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#10963 · Top 8.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10963	9	▲ up 67
2022	#11030	9	▼ down 1621 · -18% births
2021	#9409	11	▲ up 1756 · +22% births
2015	#11165	9	▲ up 1501 · +13% births
2010	#12666	8	▼ down 9024 · -78% births
2000	#3642	36	▼ down 294 · +6% births
1995	#3348	34	▲ up 1168 · +55% births
1990	#4516	22	▲ up 4641 · +214% births
1985	#9157	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Raeven

Best Year1995Rank #3348

Peak Count36

Average Rank#8433

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20239 years

The story of Raeven

Raeven is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1982. With 754 total births recorded, Raeven remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9157 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10963 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Raeven in 1993:

Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha Emily

Raeven by decade

Raeven peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	39
1990s ★	433
2000s	187
2010s	95

💎Raeven has only 754 total recorded births since 1982 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Raeven?

Common

RaeRaevRaevieRaevyEven

What names sound and feel like Raeven?

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

Raegen

American · Irish

Raeden

American · A modern name

Raelen

American · Ewe; little lamb

Rayven

American · A dark bird

Raven

English · English

Haeven

English · heaven or paradise

Raleen

American · Ewe; female sheep

Raveen

American · Sanskrit

Common questions about the name Raeven

What does the name Raeven mean?

Raeven means "raven" — 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 Raeven?

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

What is the cultural origin of Raeven?

Raeven 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 Raeven?

Raeven is a three-syllable name pronounced R AA1 IY1 V IH0 N. 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 Raeven?

Raeven 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.