Nevin
Irish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Nevin
Nevin is derived from the Irish name Naomhán, a diminutive form of Naomh, meaning "saint" or "holy" in Irish Gaelic.
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Etymology
Nevin is derived from the Irish name Naomhán, a diminutive form of Naomh, meaning "saint" or "holy" in Irish Gaelic. The name is primarily used in Irish and English-speaking cultures, with historical usage among Irish Catholic communities and modern adoption in Western naming traditions.
Nevin currently ranks #4,013 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2007.
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