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Kayvan is a variation of the Persian name Keyvan and means 'the Saturn'. The origin lies in the Persian word keyvân (کیوان), which stands for the planet 'Saturn'. The name Kayvan is particularly common in Iran.
What does the name Kayvan mean?
Kayvan as a variant of the Persian Keyvan means 'the Saturn' and originates from the Persian term keyvân (کیوان), which refers to the planet. In Iran, this name is widely used. A well-known bearer of this name is the British-Iranian actor Kayvan Novak.
Where does the name Kayvan come from?
Kayvan is a male first name with Persian roots and means 'the Saturn'. The
How do you pronounce Kayvan?
Kay-van
Popularity
In Germany, Kayvan is a rather rare first name. In 2017, it ranked 3,867th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best ranking was in 2011 at 2,275th place. In the last ten years, Kayvan has been chosen as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,284th.
Nicknames & pet names
Vansin
Famous people
- Kayvan Mirhadi (Iranian musician)
- Kayvan Novak (actor from England)
Frequently asked questions about the name Kayvan
What is the meaning of the name Kayvan?
Kayvan is a Persian variant of Keyvan and means 'the Saturn'.
Where does the name Kayvan come from?
Kayvan has Persian roots and is common in Afghan, Iranian, and Persian languages.
How popular is the name Kayvan?
In Iran, Kayvan is a widely used name that is also gaining international recognition.