Kavaughn
Irish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Kavaughn
Kavaughn is a modern English given name derived from the Irish surname Kavanagh (Ó Caomhánaigh), meaning "follower of Caomhán" or "descendant of the gentle one," combining Irish linguistic roots.
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Etymology
Kavaughn is a modern English given name derived from the Irish surname Kavanagh (Ó Caomhánaigh), meaning "follower of Caomhán" or "descendant of the gentle one," combining Irish linguistic roots. The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, with no strong association to any particular religion but reflecting Irish heritage among English speakers.
Kavaughn currently ranks #13,282 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1998.
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