Heaven
he(a)-ven
US Popularity:1020
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):American
Meaning:The dwelling place of God or the gods; Heaven, sky; Cover
If Hope, Faith, and Charity don't quite make your heart soar, Heaven may just be the name you've been yearning for. This rare feminine name is overflowing with spirituality as it refers to the eternal dwelling place of the divine and those who have passed on. Derived from the Old English word heofon, its most literal meanings are "sky," “cover,” or “heaven” itself. Whether you're looking to inspire profound hope in baby or express your religious devotion, they'll feel this name from their wiggly toes to their warm, little nose. It's also common to spell this one backward as Nevaeh.
How Popular Is The Name Heaven?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Heaven is currently #2965 on The Bump
Girl:Heaven is currently #2011 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Heaven is currently #1020 in U.S. births
Girl:Heaven is currently #514 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#514
in 2023
- 20
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Heaven, June 2023
WordSense Dictionary, Heaven
WordSense Dictionary, heaven
Online Etymology Dictionary, heaven (n.), September 2018
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