Cavan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cavan Name at a Glance

Name	Cavan
Meaning	Good-looking; handsome; from Cavan.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cavan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cavan means “Good-looking; handsome; from Cavan”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Cavan Name Origin

Our database records Cavan under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Cavan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Cavan is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Cavan

When considering Cavan for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.