Niven
Fact sheet
- Name
- Niven
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The boy's name Niven represents an English variant of the Irish nickname Naomhain. Translated, it means 'the little saint' or 'the little blessed.'
What does the name Niven mean?
Niven is the English form of the Irish nickname Naomhain and literally means 'the little saint' or 'the little blessed.' The roots of the name lie in the Gaelic term naomh, which means 'holy' or 'blessed,' complemented by a diminutive form. Another variant of the name is Naomhan.
Where does the name Niven come from?
The name Niven has Gaelic origins and is used as a masculine first name. The meaning 'the little saint' derives from the Gaelic composition naomh, meaning 'holy, blessed.' It is used in the languages of English, Gaelic, Irish, and Scottish.
How do you pronounce Niven?
Niven is pronounced like 'Niven,' similar to 'Haven' with an 'N' at the beginning.
When is the name day of Niven?
The name day for Niven is celebrated on September 13.
Popularity
In Germany, Niven is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,453rd on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2009 when it ranked 1,188th. Over the last ten years, Niven has been chosen as a first name approximately 10 times on average, which earned it the 6,380th place in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it appears in 7,533rd place.
Nicknames & pet names
Ni / Nivi
Famous people
- Niven Busch (writer)
- Niven Govinden (writer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Niven
What does the name Niven mean?
Niven literally means 'the little saint' or 'the little blessed' and comes from the Gaelic term naomh, which means 'holy' or 'blessed.'
Where does the name Niven come from?
The name Niven has Gaelic roots and is used in various languages such as English, Gaelic, Irish, and Scottish.
How popular is the name Niven?
Niven is a rather rare name, but it has gained popularity in certain regions, particularly in Scotland and Ireland.