Niven
boy nameNiven entered the US charts in 2007, peaked at #9709 in 2012, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2007–2025
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rank today
#9709
peak (2012)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #10921 |
| 2010s | #10886 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Niven are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Niven alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Niven in 2025?
- Niven is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Niven most popular?
- Niven peaked in 2012, reaching #9709 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Niven with classmates?
- Niven will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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